Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels rank among top quarterbacks for 2026
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Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels have been ranked among the top quarterbacks in The Athletic's 2026 tiers. Burrow, who dealt with injuries last season, remains a tier one quarterback at No. 4 overall. Daniels is ranked No. 13 in tier two. Both players are viewed positively by NFL executives and coaches, signaling confidence in their potential for a bounce-back season. The rankings were compiled based on votes from 50 executives and coaches who assessed 35 veteran quarterbacks.
- •Burrow is ranked No. 4 overall after an injury-plagued 2025 season.
- •Daniels ranks No. 13 and had significant injuries affecting his play.
- •The rankings include input from 50 NFL executives and coaches.
- •Burrow has achieved over 20,000 passing yards in his career.
- •Daniels led the Washington Commanders to the NFC Championship as a rookie.
- 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Where Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels landed in The Athletic's 2026 QB tiers
"Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels enter 2026 with high expectations. Here's where they landed in The Athletic's QB tiers.
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