NFL Quarterback Power Rankings, Post Week 6

Week 6 of the NFL’s regular season continued to prove that nothing is certain in football. Just when you think Russell Wilson is unbeatable at home, he falls to a defense that nobody had high expectations of before the season began. 

Joe Flacco looked like a Super Bowl-winning quarterback on Sunday, and Brian Hoyer has the fans in Cleveland cheering for Johnny Football to stay on the bench. Who would’ve thought that would happen?

Carson Palmer and rookie Teddy Bridgewater returned to action after nursing injuries. One of these QBs found a way to win while the other fell apart under intense pressure.

Is Matthew Stafford just average without Calvin Johnson? Can Andy Dalton can still thrive without A.J. Green?

Check out the latest rankings…

Methodology

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These rankings factor in several major attributes for the quarterback position.

Personal observation and opinion play a key role. A general section for film-review grades form a foundation, but the output of these QBs' most recent performances is what really sends them flying up and down the rankings each week.

Wins also give quarterbacks a slight boost in addition to their individual performances. The statistics used to help determine the ranking system are pulled from ESPN.com, NFL.com and Pro Football Focus (subscription required), unless stated otherwise.

Stats that are factored in include passer rating, completion percentage, yards per pass, rushing yards per game, touchdown-to-interception ratio, fumbles lost and wins.

As the season moves on, the weighted influence from last year's output will be reduced by 25 percent each week.

When more than one quarterback plays for a team in one game, the QB with the most passing attempts is featured in the slide. 

Note: Total QBR is a scoring system that assesses everything a quarterback does on the field. It is explained further on ESPN.com.

Also, Pro Football Focus grades every single play of the season to generate a cumulative point total, which weighs into the metric as well.

Players Ranked Last Week Who Are Not Listed This Week

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Christian Ponder, Minnesota Vikings

Returned to the bench

Last Ranked 31st

Drew Stanton, Arizona Cardinals

Returned to the bench

Last Ranked 30th

32. Geno Smith, New York Jets

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This Week

32

Denver proved to be just too much for Geno and the Jets. You know it’s a bad passing day when you can throw the ball 43 times and only racked up 190 yards through the air.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
DEN	L 17-31	23	43	53.5	190	2	1

 

Season Average

29.1

Geno Smith has completed just 57 percent of his passes, which is the second-lowest completion rate among qualified QBs. He also has the lowest QBR (27.0), passer rating (69.7) and yards per pass (5.96) of any QB who made the rankings this week.

Of his 19 throws beyond 20 yards, Geno has only completed two passes with four interceptions, according to Pro Football Focus (paid site). 

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	28
1	OAK	W 19-14	23	28	82.1	221	1	1	23
2	@ GB	L 24-31	16	32	50.0	176	1	1	27
3	CHI	L 19-27	26	43	60.5	316	1	2	30
4	DET	L 17-24	17	33	51.5	209	1	1	32
5	@ SD	L 0-31	4	12	33.3	27	0	1	32
6	DEN	L 17-31	23	43	53.5	190	2	1	32

Next Week Outlook

On Thursday night, the Jets' 30th-ranked offense will battle the Patriots' fifth-ranked defense. 

Smith is set to start, but will likely be on a short leash.

The Pats will be without their leader on defense, Jerod Mayo, which could give them hope to save their season. However, a win here would still be a long shot.

31. Derek Carr, Oakland Raiders

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31

Derek Carr was looking for his first win of the season. He came close last Sunday against one of the best teams in the league. He had his biggest game to date, throwing for 282 yards and four touchdowns.  

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
SD	L 28-31	18	34	52.9	282	4	1

 

Season Average

30.5

Carr has thrown eight TDs and five interceptions, which is a good ratio for a rookie, but his 6.08 yards per pass is the second-lowest in the NFL right now.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	31
1	@ NYJ	L 14-19	20	32	62.5	151	2	0	31
2	HOU	L 14-30	27	42	64.3	263	1	2	30
3	@ NE	L 9-16	21	34	61.8	174	0	1	31
4	MIA	L 14-38	16	25	64.0	146	1	1	31
5	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	29
6	SD	L 28-31	18	34	52.9	282	4	1	31

 

Next Week Outlook

Arizona might have a good defense, but it's only racked up six sacks so far this season. That means Carr should have time to find the open receiver, if there will even be any. 

The Raiders are badly in need of their first victory.

30. Teddy Bridgewater, Minnesota Vikings

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Teddy Bridgewater had three interceptions on the day, which was a stark contrast from his first career start. Of his three picks, one went off the running back's hands and the other came on a batted pass at the line.

It’s also important to note that the Vikings offensive line was a train wreck, as the rookie was sacked eight times. This is becoming a theme for quarterbacks who play the Lions.  

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
DET	L 3-17	23	37	62.2	188	0	3

 

Season Average

27

The rookie is the only starting QB yet to throw a TD pass. His 70.8 passer rating is second-worst of any starter.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	@ STL	W 34-6	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	NE	L 7-30	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	@ NO	L 9-20	12	20	60.0	150	0	0	28
4	ATL	W 41-28	19	30	63.3	317	0	0	23
5	@ GB	L 10-42	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
6	DET	L 3-17	23	37	62.2	188	0	3	30

 

Next Week Outlook

Bridgewater has to follow up a game in which he was sacked eight times by playing one of the best defensive lines in the league. Buffalo’s 19 sacks are second only to Detroit's, which has 20 overall after Sunday. 

29. Blake Bortles, Jacksonville Jaguars

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29

Bortles didn’t have a perfect day, but he did manage to complete his first 300-yard passing game of the season. He also avoided multiple turnovers for the first time. 

For perspective, the 336 passing yards Bortles had in his fourth career game was more than Chad Henne has had in a single game since 2012.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ TEN	L 14-16	32	46	69.6	336	1	1

 

Season Average

27.2

Surrounded by an overtly young offense that features five rookies starting and a struggling offensive line, Bortles has found ways to make plays and move the ball significantly better than any QB the Jaguars have had over the last three years.

At the moment, Bortles owns the NFL's highest third-down completion percentage.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	@ PHI	L 17-34	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	@ WSH	L 10-41	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	IND	L 17-44	14	24	58.3	223	2	2	27
4	@ SD	L 14-33	29	37	78.4	253	1	2	25
5	PIT	L 9-17	22	36	61.1	191	0	2	28
6	@ TEN	L 14-16	32	46	69.6	336	1	1	29

 

Next Week Outlook

Bortles will play host to an interesting Browns team that has struggled on defense. Don’t be surprised if the rookie QB leads his team to its first win of the season.

28. Kirk Cousins, Washington Redskins

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28

The loss against the Cardinals marks the sixth time in Kirk Cousins’ career he’s thrown more than one pick in a game.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ ARI	L 20-30	24	38	63.2	354	2	3

 

Season Average

25.4

Cousins is 0-7 as a starter. He also has eight interceptions for the season, more than any QB in the NFL to this point.

On a positive note, his 8.36 yards-per-pass average is the second-highest in the NFL.  

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	@ HOU	L 6-17	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	JAX	W 41-10	22	33	66.7	250	2	0	25
3	@ PHI	L 34-37	30	48	62.5	427	3	1	21
4	NYG	L 14-45	19	33	57.6	257	1	4	27
5	SEA	L 17-27	21	36	58.3	283	2	0	26
6	@ ARI	L 20-30	24	38	63.2	354	2	3	28

 

Next Week Outlook

Cousins and 1-5 Washington need a win against the Titans to stay alive. They have a good chance to move to ball in this one considering the 2-4 Titans have given up the second-most first downs in the league.

27. Austin Davis, St. Louis Rams

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27

The Rams' third-string QB got off to a great start against the 49ers, taking an early lead, only to fall flat on his face in the second half. Austin Davis would finish the day completing just 50 percent of his passes.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
49ers	L 17-31	21	42	50.0	236	1	1

 

Season Average

26.6

The Monday-night loss against the 49ers caused Davis to drop three spots in the rankings. He had his worst game of the season in front of a national audience. 

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	MIN	L 6-34	16	23	69.6	192	0	1	32
2	@ TB	W 19-17	22	29	75.9	235	0	0	28
3	DAL	L 31-34	30	42	71.4	327	3	2	25
4	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	24
5	@ PHI	L 28-34	29	49	59.2	375	3	0	24
6	SF	L 17-31	21	42	50.0	236	1	1	27

 

Next Week Outlook

Davis will have to rebound from the 49ers game quickly, as they face the Seahawks on a short week. Surprisingly, Seattle has not been very good on third down this year, as it ranks 23rd in the league with a little over 30 percent of completed conversions. 

26. Charlie Whitehurst, Tennessee Titans

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26

Charlie Whitehurst faced off against Jacksonville and did just enough to win. His 233 yards were a season high, and he also managed to avoid throwing an interception.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
JAX	W 16-14	17	28	60.7	233	0	0

 

Season Average

27.6

In some ways, Whitehurst has outplayed starter Jake Locker. Locker’s passer rating of 75.9 is worrisome compared to Whitehurst’s 93.8.

He is currently ascending slowly up the rankings, going from 30th to 26th in three weeks of action. 

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	@ KC	W 26-10	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	DAL	L 10-26	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	@ CIN	L 7-33	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
4	@ IND	L 17-41	12	23	52.2	177	1	1	30
5	CLE	L 28-29	13	21	61.9	194	2	0	27
6	JAX	W 16-14	17	28	60.7	233	0	0	26

 

Next Week Outlook

According to Titans beat writer Jim Wyatt, Locker is still the starting QB when healthy but will not be ready against Washington.

Washington has the 10th-ranked defense and a formidable pass rush. This should be a big test for the Titans to see if they can stay relevant as the season wears on. 

25. Kyle Orton, Buffalo Bills

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25

Kyle Orton had plenty of time on the majority of his drop backs, which helped him put up nearly 300 yards through the air on the day. He did lose a fumble.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
NE	L 22-37	24	38	63.2	299	2	1

 

Season Average

24.5

It hasn’t been perfect, but Orton is averaging 304 passing yards in two games against very talented defenses.

In four games with EJ Manuel, the Bills have averaged 19.7 points per game. In two games with Kyle Orton they’ve averaged 19.5 points per game.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	@ CHI	W 23-20	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	MIA	W 29-10	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	SD	L 10-22	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
4	@ HOU	L 17-23	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
5	@ DET	W 17-14	30	43	69.8	308	1	1	24
6	NE	L 22-37	24	38	63.2	299	2	1	25

Next Week Outlook

Bills vs. Vikings will be a matchup between two solid defenses and struggling offenses. Orton looks like a more polished passer than Manuel, but the offense is still struggling to put up points. The Bills' 19.7 points-per-game average is 26th in the league. 

24. Mike Glennon, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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This Week

24

Glennon is proving that he can play quarterback in the NFL level. It’s just too bad he doesn’t have the supporting cast to turn his play into wins. Against the Ravens he was playing catch up all game, but did amass 314 yards through the air.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
BAL	L 17-48	24	44	54.5	314	2	1

 

Season Average

24.7

Glennon’s 57 percent completion is the second-lowest in the NFL among qualified QBs.

The young QB has been surprisingly consistent in terms of his weekly output. He has barely deviated in either direction, bottoming out at 26th back in Week 4 and showing up on the list ranked 24th in Week 3.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
1	CAR	L 14-20	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	STL	L 17-19	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	@ ATL	L 14-56	17	24	70.8	121	1	0	24
4	@ PIT	W 27-24	21	42	50.0	302	2	1	26
5	@ NO	L 31-37	19	32	59.4	249	2	1	25
6	BAL	L 17-48	24	44	54.5	314	2	1	24

Next Week Outlook

Bye

23. Nick Foles, Philadelphia Eagles

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23

The Eagles QB played well enough to come away with the win against their division foes. Dominating defense and an effective running game played the biggest role in the win, while Foles had his second game of the year with multiple picks.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
NYG	W 27-0	21	34	61.8	248	2	2

 

Season Average

16.8

Foles has lost three fumbles on the season, which is tied for the most with Tom Brady.

Despite being touted as a run-first team, the Eagles are able to generate enough extra snaps with tempo that Foles has attempted 237 passes so far, the second-highest total in the league. 

He is also the lowest-ranked QB with five wins on the season.

On a positive note, Foles does lead the league in deep passing touchdowns with seven, according to PFF.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	7
1	JAX	W 34-17	27	45	60.0	322	2	1	13
2	@ IND	W 30-27	21	37	56.8	331	1	1	17
3	WSH	W 37-34	27	41	65.9	325	3	0	15
4	@ SF	L 21-26	21	43	48.8	195	0	2	21
5	STL	W 34-28	24	37	64.9	207	2	1	22
6	NYG	W 27-0	21	34	61.8	248	2	2	23

 

Next Week Outlook

Bye

22. Ryan Tannehill, Miami Dolphins

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The Dolphins lost a close game to a good team last Sunday. Tannehill played decent, but his two interceptions ended up hurting. This was the first time this year the QB has thrown two interceptions in one game.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
GB	L 24-27	20	31	64.5	244	2	2

 

Season Average

19.5

There are lingering issues with Tannehill’s deep-ball accuracy that continue to haunt the young quarterback and ultimately, hinder his potential.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	18
1	NE	W 33-20	18	32	56.3	178	2	1	19
2	@ BUF	L 10-29	31	49	63.3	241	1	1	19
3	KC	L 15-34	21	43	48.8	205	1	0	22
4	@ OAK	W 38-14	23	31	74.2	278	2	1	19
5	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	18
6	GB	L 24-27	20	31	64.5	244	2	2	22

 

Next Week Outlook

Ryan Tannehill leads the 25th-ranked passing attack to Chicago for a fairly even matchup against the Bears. Tannehill and the Dolphins need a win to get back to .500.

21. Carson Palmer, Arizona Cardinals

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Carson Palmer was sidelined with nerve issues that have plagued him most of the season. He returned Sunday to lead the Cards to victory over Washington. Considering he has been dealing with a damaged nerve, he actually looked crisp with his passes and didn’t show many signs of rust.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
WSH	W 30-20	28	44	63.6	250	2	0

 

Season Average

19

Unfortunately, Drew Stanton is only completing 48 percent of his passes on the season, which is the lowest percentage for any QB with at least 50 pass attempts. It was certainly good to have Carson return.

Amazingly, Palmer has yet to throw a single interception in the two games he’s played this season. Plus, he has thrown for at least 250 yards in each of those games.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	20
1	SD	W 18-17	24	37	64.9	304	2	0	16
2	@ NYG	W 25-14	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
3	SF	W 23-14	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
4	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
5	@ DEN	L 20-41	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
6	WSH	W 30-20	28	44	63.6	250	2	0	21

 

Next Week Outlook

Palmer will test out his sleepy nerve once again when the Cards travel to Oakland. Oakland is a team that still has fight and Arizona is banged up badly. This is the perfect setup for a trap game. Will it have the discipline to overcome?

Carson has a good opportunity for a victory against the worst third-down defense in the league. He looked healthy enough in last week’s win and is certainly an upgrade from Stanton.

20. Alex Smith, Kansas City Chiefs

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Alex Smith returns from a bye week hopefully refreshed and ready to compete against the 5-1 Chargers.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

 

Season Average

19.4

Despite throwing 158 passes this season, Alex Smith has not completed one longer than 33 yards, which makes him the only QB with more than 100 passes to not complete a pass longer than 33 yards.

His conservative ways help him manage games and lead the league in Pro Football Focus’ accuracy percentage, which takes dropped passes into account and leaves off throwaways and spiked balls.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	19
1	TEN	L 10-26	19	35	54.3	202	1	3	24
2	@ DEN	L 17-24	26	42	61.9	255	0	0	22
3	@ MIA	W 34-15	19	25	76.0	186	3	0	18
4	NE	W 41-14	20	26	76.9	248	3	0	16
5	@ SF	L 17-22	17	31	54.8	175	2	1	17
6	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	20

 

Next Week Outlook

Smith and co. will head down to San Diego to face one of the league’s best defenses and best teams overall. The Chargers are allowing just 308.3 total yards per game, good enough for third overall.

Can Smith beat the best QB in the NFL?

19. Ryan Fitzpatrick, Houston Texans

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Fitzpatrick was outplayed by Andrew Luck in an exciting Thursday night game. This was no surprise, but he did manage to make a good game of it. Their chances ended when he was sacked and fumbled in the closing minutes of the game.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
IND	L 28-33	15	23	65.2	212	1	0

 

Season Average

20

The Texans quarterback has done a decent job this season, all things considered. So far he’s playing like an average starting QB at times and a backup at other times. His six TDs and six interceptions are not a good ratio, but his 65 percent completion rate is solid.

Ryan Fitzpatrick has maintained his ranking somewhere in between 18-24 all season long.   

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	24
1	WSH	W 17-6	14	22	63.6	206	1	0	21
2	@ OAK	W 30-14	14	19	73.7	139	2	0	18
3	@ NYG	L 17-30	20	34	58.8	289	1	3	17
4	BUF	W 23-17	25	37	67.6	268	1	2	20
5	@ DAL	L 17-20	16	25	64.0	154	0	1	21
6	IND	L 28-33	15	23	65.2	212	1	0	19

 

Next Week Outlook

The Texans travel to Pittsburgh for a tough Monday-night battle. This will be a match between two teams looking to redeem themselves after disappointing losses.

If Houston can establish a running game and utilize the play action off it, Fitzpatrick has a chance to put up some decent numbers.

18. Matthew Stafford, Detroit Lions

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It didn’t take an incredible performance by Stafford to solidify a “W” in the win column. For the second week in a row, he passed for less than 60 percent.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ MIN	W 17-3	19	33	57.6	185	1	0

 

Season Average

14.5

For better or worse, Stafford is the highest-ranked QB with a passer rating below 90.

Stafford is currently at his lowest rank of the season, but the Lions look like a promising team. When Calvin Johnson returns, this QB’s numbers are sure to improve.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	17
1	NYG	W 35-14	22	32	68.8	346	2	0	9
2	@ CAR	L 7-24	27	48	56.2	291	1	1	14
3	GB	W 19-7	22	34	64.7	246	0	2	16
4	@ NYJ	W 24-17	24	34	70.6	293	2	0	12
5	BUF	L 14-17	18	31	58.1	221	1	1	16
6	@ MIN	W 17-3	19	33	57.6	185	1	0	18

 

Next Week Outlook

Stafford has the luxury of great defensive play for the first time in his NFL career. That should help his Lions work through a lull offensive production where Calvin Johnson is hurt and Stafford has been sacked more times (21) than any other QB in the NFL.

17. Brian Hoyer, Cleveland Browns

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Hoyer’s latest win over the dreaded Steelers has the town of Cleveland proud of their team and QB for the first time in years. The victory was a total team effort.

Hoyer completed just eight passes on the day, but he made them count.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
PIT	W 31-10	8	17	47.1	217	1	0

 

Season Average

21.7

You may not realize this with Josh Gordon being suspended and all, but no quarterback has completed more targeted passes beyond 20 yards than Brian Hoyer so far. He also leads the league in passing yards beyond 20 yards with 531, per PFF. Philip Rivers is next in line with 475.

Basically, Hoyer has been the most accurate deep-ball passer in the league after six games.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	25
1	@ PIT	L 27-30	18	30	60	222	1	0	25
2	NO	W 26-24	24	40	60	204	1	0	24
3	BAL	L 21-23	19	25	76.0	290	1	0	19
4	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	22
5	@ TEN	W 29-28	21	37	56.8	292	3	1	20
6	PIT	W 31-10	8	17	47.1	217	1	0	17

 

Next Week Outlook

One of the league’s most successful deep threats will be facing one of the worst defenses in the NFL. The Jaguars are giving up 411.2 yards per game, third-worst in the NFL, and Hoyer is averaging 8.2 yards per pass.

16. Eli Manning, New York Giants

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Eli Manning needed to be precise against an Eagles secondary that held passers to just a 58.8 percent completion rate heading into that game. However, only six teams had given up more passing plays beyond 20 yards. Eli and the Giants offense were completely shut out.

One positive to take away from the game was Eli didn’t throw an interception despite the team failing to generate points.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ PHI	L 0-27	13	23	56.5	151	0	0

 

Season Average

20.8

Since being ranked 28th back in Week 1, Eli has been slowly moving his way up to respectability and shedding the memories of last year’s nightmare. This week he experienced a significant backslide.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	27
1	@ DET	L 14-35	18	33	54.5	163	1	2	28
2	ARI	L 14-25	26	39	66.7	277	2	2	26
3	HOU	W 30-17	21	28	75.0	234	2	0	23
4	@ WAS	W 45-14	28	39	71.8	300	4	1	15
5	ATL	W 30-20	19	30	63.3	200	2	0	11
6	@ PHI	L 0-27	13	23	56.5	151	0	0	16

 

Next Week Outlook

Manning heads to Dallas to take on one of the league’s most surprising defenses. The Cowboys have given up the second-fewest first downs per game in the NFL, and Eli was shut out last week. Is this too much for the G-Men to handle?

As good as that defense is playing, it's still giving up the second-most yards per play in the NFL (6.1).

Don't count on a win on the road. 

15. Colin Kaepernick, San Francisco 49ers

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Kaepernick had the third 300-yard passing game in his career.

This was also Kap’s first three-TD performance of the year, which came without any turnovers.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ Rams	W 31-17	22	36	61.1	343	3	0

 

Season Average

12.7

You would think Kaepernick would be moving up after a Monday-night performance like that, but these games aren’t played in a vacuum. Joe Flacco threw for five touchdowns while completing 72.4 percent of passes, and Jay Cutler completed 68.4 percent with 381 yards passing. Neither of these guys had a single INT.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	16
1	@ DAL	W 28-17	16	23	69.6	201	2	0	8
2	CHI	L 20-28	21	34	61.8	248	1	3	13
3	@ AZ	L 14-23	29	37	78.4	245	1	0	12
4	PHI	W 26-21	17	30	56.7	218	2	1	11
5	KC	W 22-17	14	26	53.8	201	1	0	14
6	@ STL	W 31-17	22	36	61.1	343	3	0	15

  

Next Week Outlook

The game of the week should be the matchup between the 49ers and the Broncos. Denver is allowing just 4.7 yards per play on defense, while Kaepernick is playing some of his best football.

14. Jay Cutler, Chicago Bears

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Jay Cutler picked apart a Falcons defense that only had two interceptions going into the game to go along with the second-lowest sack total in the NFL. The result was a 68.4 completion percentage and a season-high 381 yards through the air.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ ATL	W 27-13	26	38	68.4	381	1	0

 

Season Average

14.4

On the season, only Andrew Luck has completed more passes (172) than Jay Cutler’s 156. Plus, Luck has attempted 31 more passes than Cutler.

Cutler is currently fifth in TD passes with 13.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	15
1	BUF	L 20-23	34	49	69.4	349	2	2	14
2	@ SF	W 28-20	23	34	67.6	176	4	0	12
3	@ NYJ	W 27-19	23	38	60.5	225	2	0	14
4	G B	L 17-38	22	34	64.7	256	2	2	17
5	@ CAR	L 24-31	28	36	77.8	289	2	2	15
6	@ ATL	W 27-13	26	38	68.4	381	1	0	14

 

Next Week Outlook

Cutler will try to find success against one of the stingiest defenses in the league. The Dolphins' 4.7 yards per play allowed is the second-best in the NFL.

13. Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens

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Flacco played lights-out football against the Bucs’ much-maligned defense. This was the first time in his career he had five TDs in a single game. He also managed 306 passing yards with a 72.4 completion percentage and zero turnovers.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ TB	W 48-17	21	29	72.4	306	5	0

 

Season Average

20

This was a huge week for Flacco, and his jump up in the rankings certainly reflects that. We all know this QB is capable of getting incredibly hot for a long string of games. The last time it happened, Baltimore finished as Super Bowl champions.

Flacco’s passes have been dropped more times (17) than any other QB in the league, according to PFF.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	23
1	CIN	L 16-23	35	62	56.5	345	1	1	27
2	PIT	W 26-6	21	29	72.4	166	2	0	20
3	@ CLE	W 23-21	19	31	61.3	217	1	1	20
4	CAR	W 38-10	22	31	71.0	327	3	0	18
5	@ IND	L 13-20	22	38	57.9	235	0	1	19
6	@ TB	W 48-17	21	29	72.4	306	5	0	13

 

Next Week Outlook

Flacco will look to keep his hot hand going against a marginal defense that’s giving up the most yards per play in the NFL (6.2).

12. Andy Dalton, Cincinnati Bengals

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Dalton looked to rebound from a terrible loss against the Patriots when his Bengals took on Cam Newton and the Panthers. Both teams looking for their fourth win of the season—neither would get it.

Dalton threw two picks in the game for the first time all season but did manage an impressive 323 passing yards without A.J. Green.

Cincy is ranked 11th in passing, and the Panthers have the 20th-ranked defense.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
CAR	Tie 37-37	33	43	76.7	323	2	2

 

Season Average

11.1

Dalton is one of just five QBs currently averaging over eight yards per pass, which means his 68.2 percent completion rate on the season is that much more impressive.  

Great offensive line play and quick decision-making has contributed to the Bengals’ success. Opposing defenses have only sacked the “Red Rifle” twice all year, fewest sacks of any QB to start at least two games.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	10
1	@ BAL	W 23-16	25	38	65.8	301	1	0	11
2	ATL	W 24-10	15	23	65.2	252	1	0	9
3	TEN	W 33-7	15	23	65.2	169	0	1	10
4	Bye	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	13
5	@ NE	L 17-43	15	24	62.5	204	2	0	13
6	CAR	Tie 37-37	33	43	76.7	323	2	2	12

 

Next Week Outlook

Dalton and the Bengals head to Indy without their best player on offense, A.J. Green. Can this weakened offense find success against the stingiest third-down defense in the NFL? That's doubtful. 

11. Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons

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Last Sunday, the Falcons and the Bears went head-to-head to determine who can get back to .500. Matt Ryan has played well at home so far this season, but this was one of his worst performances of the season. 

Ryan completed just 51.4 percent of his passes in the loss.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
CHI	L 13-27	19	37	51.4	271	1	1

 

Season Average

8.4

The Falcons quarterback has 12 touchdowns and seven interceptions on the season. Only Kirk Cousins has thrown more picks thus far.

When throwing deep, Ryan has struggled some. With 32 attempts beyond 20 yards, he has completed 13 of those passes for one TD and four interceptions, as per PFF.

On the season, Ryan’s average rank is 8.4.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	14
1	NO	W 37-34	31	43	72.1	448	3	0	4
2	@ CIN	L 10-24	24	44	54.5	231	1	3	7
3	TB	W 56-14	21	24	87.5	286	3	0	5
4	@ MIN	L 28-41	25	41	61.0	298	3	2	8
5	@ NYG	L 20-30	29	45	64.4	316	1	1	11
6	CHI	L 13-27	19	37	51.4	271	1	1	11

 

Next Week Outlook

The 2-4 Falcons need a win in the worst way. It won’t come easy against the 4-2 Ravens. This should be a fun matchup between the two first-round QBs from the 2008 draft class. Ryan is the better QB, but Baltimore is the more complete team.

10. Russell Wilson, Seattle Seahawks

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After a rare loss at home, Wilson took some of the responsibility in the postgame press conference. According to Terry Blount of ESPN, Wilson had this to say: "I could have played a lot better. I'll take the blame for it."

Wilson falls to 17-2 lifetime in Seattle.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
DAL	L 23-30	14	28	50.0	126	0	1

 

Season Average

4.8

Wilson, Whitehurst and Blake Bortles are tied for fewest deep attempts among qualifying QBs (at least 25 percent of snaps).

According to Scott Kacsmar of Football Outsiders, “the Seahawks are 1-6 in Wilson era when allowing 24-plus points.”

Wilson’s 55.0 QBR is the 23rd-best among qualified QBs, making him the highest-ranked quarterback with a QBR in the 50s. In fact, you would have to go to the 19th-ranked QB before you found a QBR worse than Wilson’s.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	3
1	GB	W 36-16	19	28	67.9	191	2	0	3
2	@ SD	L 21-30	17	25	68	202	2	0	2
3	DEN	W 26-20	24	34	70.6	258	2	1	4
4	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	7
5	@ WSH	W 27-17	18	24	75	201	2	0	5
6	DAL	L 23-30	14	28	50.0	126	0	1	10

 

Next Week Outlook

Wilson should be able to move the ball better this week considering the Rams are allowing 6.1 yards per play, second-worst in the league.

9. Cam Newton, Carolina Panthers

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Cam Newton ran with the football 17 times against Cincinnati. That may not sound like a lot for him until you realize he rushed 14 times during his first four games combined. 

On the day, he had 107 yards rushing to go with the 284 yards through the air.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ CIN	Tie 37-37	29	46	63.0	284	2	1

 

Season Average

10

According to PFF (paid site), Cam Newton is the highest-graded QB in the NFL. What he’s done this year inside the pocket with limited weapons really has been impressive—especially when you see Hall of Famers like Tom Brady struggling at times for lack of weapons. I’m not sure there is a receiving corps in the NFL with less talent than the Panthers, even with Kelvin Benjamin's playmaking. 

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	11
1	@ TB	W 20-14	-	-	-	-	-	-	N/A
2	DET	W 24-7	22	34	64.7	281	1	0	10
3	PIT	L 19-37	24	35	68.6	250	1	0	11
4	@ BAL	L 10-38	14	25	56.0	197	1	0	10
5	CHI	W 31-24	19	35	54.3	255	2	1	9
6	@ CIN	Tie 37-37	29	46	63.0	284	2	1	9

 

Next Week Outlook

Newton and Aaron Rodgers will square off in an exciting matchup between two of the best QBs in the game today. Newton may have to resort to his legs once again in order to pull off a victory against the Packers at home.

8. Tom Brady, New England Patriots

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Tom Brady looked impressive yet again, this time against one of the better defenses in the NFL. Brady managed to score on the Patriots' last five possessions to seal a victory against a Bills team that wouldn’t go away.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ BUF	W 37-22	27	37	73.0	361	4	0

 

Season Average

9.4

In the past two weeks, Brady has completed 69.4 percent of his passes for 653 yards with six touchdowns and no interceptions, and a passer rating of 125.5. The offense during that time has scored 80 points.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5
1	@ MIA	L 20-33	29	56	51.8	249	1	0	12
2	@ MIN	W 30-7	14	21	66.7	149	1	0	6
3	OAK	W 16-9	24	37	64.9	234	1	0	9
4	@ KC	L 14-41	14	23	60.9	159	1	2	14
5	CIN	W 43-17	23	35	65.7	292	2	0	12
6	@ BUF	W 37-22	27	37	73.0	361	4	0	8

 

Next Week Outlook

The Jets boast a top-10 defense, but Tom Brady and the Pats have been red-hot on offense the last two weeks.

Cornerback Dee Milliner is out, leaving an already thinned-out secondary looking for answers against a future Hall of Fame QB.

7. Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys

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It should’ve been tough sledding for Tony Romo and his offense traveling to the lion’s den to move the ball on the Seahawks defense. The Legion of Boom tried and failed to shut down Romo’s favorite target (Bryant).

Romo did something to that defense that only happened once all of last year—put up 30 or more points.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ SEA	W 30-23	21	32	65.6	250	2	0

 

Season Average

10.8

Despite Romo’s history as a reckless gunslinger, his 68.6 completion percentage proves he can be incredibly efficient and accurate—especially for a QB who takes shots down the field often.

At one time this season, Romo was ranked as low as 16th, but he is now ranked among the top 10 for the third week in a row.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	8
1	SF	L 17-28	23	37	62.2	281	1	3	15
2	@ TEN	W 26-10	19	29	65.5	176	1	0	16
3	@ SL	W 34-31	18	23	78.3	217	2	1	13
4	NO	W 38-17	22	29	75.9	262	3	0	9
5	HOU	W 20-17	28	41	68.3	324	2	1	8
6	@ SEA	W 30-23	21	32	65.6	250	2	0	7

 

Next Week Outlook

Romo managed to do what few offenses can: shred the Seahawks secondary. Can he make short work of an improved Giants secondary that could be the strength of that team? The Giants lead the league with 10 interceptions, while Romo has thrown only one in the last three games.

When these two teams come together, there’s really no telling what can happen.

6. Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers

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Surprisingly, the Browns defense has struggled this season, entering the game against Pittsburgh ranked 31st on that side of the ball.

Roethlisberger, surrounded by an exciting variety of weapons on offense, was completely shut down and held to just 10 points on the day. He also posted a season-low 50-percent completion rate. 

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ CLE	L 10-31	21	42	50.0	228	1	1

 

Season Average

7

Big Ben has been incredibly consistent in his first six weeks. His ranking has not gone lower than ninth or higher than sixth all year.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	9
1	CLE	W 30-27	23	34	67.6	365	1	1	6
2	@ BAL	L 6-26	22	37	59.5	217	0	1	8
3	@ CAR	W 37-19	22	30	73.3	196	2	0	8
4	TB	L 24-27	29	40	72.5	314	3	0	6
5	@ JAX	W 17-9	26	36	72.2	273	1	0	6
6	@ CLE	L 10-31	21	42	50.0	228	1	1	6

 

Next Week Outlook

Big Ben needs to be careful in the pocket this week when the Steelers host the Texans. Houston has forced 10 fumbles thus far, tied for most in the league. 

5. Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints

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Brees and Co. got to take the week off and enjoy their bye week.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

 

Season Average

4.5

Brees has the second-highest completion percentage (68.8) among quarterbacks with at least 100 pass attempts. He also has the bittersweet honor of being the highest-ranked QB with two wins or fewer.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	4
1	@ ATL	L 34-37	29	42	69	333	1	1	5
2	@ CLE	L 24-26	27	40	67.5	237	2	1	3
3	MIN	W 20-9	27	35	77.1	293	2	0	3
4	@ DAL	L 17-38	32	44	72.7	340	2	1	5
5	TB	W 37-31	35	57	61.4	371	2	3	7
6	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5

 

Next Week Outlook

It’s a good thing New Orleans is coming off a bye week and had two weeks to prepare. This Detroit defense is giving up only 13.7 points per game and has the second-best third-down defense in the NFL. Detroit also leads the NFL with 20 sacks on the season. With that said, few defenses indoors have been able to slow down one of the best QBs of this generation.

4. Andrew Luck, Indianapolis Colts

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The last time the Colts and Houston Texans met was last December. The Colts won that game 25-3. But this is a different Houston team that has already won as many games as it did all of last year.

Luck pulled off the win despite the best efforts of J.J. Watt as he continues to lead this top-ranked offense. 

Luck had 370 passing yards and three TDs against the Texans.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ HOU	W 33-28	25	44	56.8	370	3	1

 

Season Average

6.8

After six weeks of action, no QB has thrown more passes this year than Andrew Luck’s 260. He also leads the league with 17 TD passes.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	10
1	@ DEN	L 24-31	35	53	66.0	370	2	2	10
2	PHI	L 27-30	20	34	58.8	172	3	1	11
3	@ JAX	W 44-17	31	39	79.5	370	4	0	6
4	TEN	W 41-17	29	41	70.7	393	4	1	3
5	BAL	W 20-13	32	49	65.3	312	1	2	4
6	@ HOU	W 33-28	25	44	56.8	370	3	1	4

 

Next Week Outlook

Moving the ball on the Bengals’ 28th-ranked defense shouldn’t be that hard. Cincy has given up more first downs than any other team in the NFL right now.

3. Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers

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Traveling to Miami proved a difficult contest for Rodgers and the Packers. The Dolphins entered the game ranked seventh on defense and allowing a league-low 6.0 yards per throw.

Rodgers had to bring his “A” game for this one.

The Dolphins held the former MVP to 57 percent passing, but he did have 264 yards and three TDs, including the game-winning score. 

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ MIA	W 27-24	24	42	57.1	264	3	0

 

Season Average

5

According to head coach Mike McCarthy, per ESPN’s Rob Demovsky, “Aaron sees the game so well, like none other, in my opinion.”

This might help to explain his league-leading 15-1 TD/INT ratio and 111.4 passer rating. Rodgers has been sacked 15 times this season, the fourth-most of any QB.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	6
1	@ SEA	L 16-36	23	33	69.7	189	1	1	7
2	NYJ	W 31-24	25	42	59.5	346	3	0	5
3	@ DET	L 7-19	16	27	59.3	162	1	0	7
4	@ CHI	W 38-17	22	28	78.6	302	4	0	4
5	MIN	W 42-10	12	17	70.6	156	3	0	3
6	@ MIA	W 27-24	24	42	57.1	264	3	0	3

 

Next Week Outlook

Aaron Rodgers has a nice opportunity for success against one of the worst third-down defenses in the game. The Panthers have the second-worst success rate on third down, allowing teams to convert 50 percent of the time.

2. Peyton Manning, Denver Broncos

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Heading into the game, Peyton Manning was 1-2 vs. the Rex Ryan-coached Jets, including playoffs. On Sunday, the talented QB evened up the score with a win and a solid performance.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ NYJ	W 31-17	22	33	66.7	237	3	0

 

Season Average

1.2

Manning’s 85.2 QBR is second only to the guy who ranks No.1 on this list.

On the season, he has a passer rating of 110.5 and averaging eight yards per pass with a 66.5 completion percentage.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1
1	IND	W 31-24	22	36	61.1	269	3	0	1
2	KC	W 24-17	21	26	80.8	242	3	0	1
3	@ SEA	L 20-26	31	49	63.3	303	2	1	1
4	Bye	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1
5	AZ	W 41-20	31	47	66.0	479	4	2	2
6	@ NYJ	W 31-17	22	33	66.7	237	3	0	2

 

Next Week Outlook

Manning and the Broncos have their hands full on Sunday night, taking on the physical defense of the 49ers. However, the 49ers do have a lot of missing pieces and a secondary that can be exploited by large receivers. This is a very winnable game for Manning.

1. Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers

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With a ton of injuries to the offensive line, Rivers and the Chargers pulled off a close win against a hungry Raiders squad looking for its first win. Although he broke his streak of four consecutive games completing at least 70 percent of his passes, he did have his second 300-yard passing game of the year to go with three passing touchdowns.

Week 6 Performance

Opponent	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT
@ OAK	W 31-28	22	34	64.7	313	3	0

 

Season Average

2.7

Rivers leads all QBs with at least 100 pass attempts with his 69.3 completion percentage. But what’s most impressive about that is his league-leading 8.82 yards per pass attempt. It’s incredibly rare to lead the NFL in both of those categories, and this is the second straight week he has remained on top in those stats.

He also has the highest QBR (87.1) and passer rating (117.6) in the league.

Week-by-Week Breakdown

Week	Opp	Outcome	Comp	Att	PCT	Yards	TD	INT	Rank
PS	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	4
1	@ AZ	L 17-18	21	36	58.3	238	1	1	5
2	SEA	W 30-21	28	37	75.7	284	3	0	4
3	@ BUF	W 22-10	18	25	72.0	256	2	0	2
4	JAX	W 33-14	29	39	74.4	377	3	0	2
5	NYJ	W 31-0	20	28	71.4	288	3	1	1
6	@ OAK	W 31-28	22	34	64.7	313	3	0	1

 

Next Week Outlook

The Chargers play host to the Kansas City Chiefs and a formidable pass rush. Can the Chargers’ battered offensive line keep their red-hot QB off the ground?

 

Ryan Riddle is a former NFL player writing for Bleacher Report.

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