Baker Mayfield ranks 18th among NFL quarterbacks after Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Baker Mayfield is ranked 18th among NFL quarterbacks by PFF following Week 1 of the 2026 season. This ranking comes after a performance in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' season-opening loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, marked by both positive plays and critical mistakes. Mayfield had three turnover-worthy plays, tying him for the most among quarterbacks in the opening week, but also placed in the top five for adjusted completion percentage and completion percentage over expectation. His overall efficiency and aggressiveness contributed to his mixed evaluation. PFF suggested that improving his balance between efficiency and risky plays will be key for future rankings.
- •Mayfield's performance features both strengths and weaknesses against Cincinnati.
- •He ranked 18th among NFL quarterbacks, behind C.J. Stroud and ahead of Bo Nix.
- •PFF noted Mayfield's three turnover-worthy plays in Week 1.
- •Mayfield excelled in completion percentage metrics despite turnover issues.
- •The rankings will evolve as the season progresses with more data.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — PFF Ranks Baker Mayfield 18th at QB
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