Matthew Stafford ranks third among NFL quarterbacks in ESPN survey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Matthew Stafford is ranked as the No. 3 quarterback in the NFL for 2026, according to an ESPN survey of executives, coaches, and scouts. Following an MVP season, he received 17% of first-place votes and improved from No. 6 a year ago. Stafford threw 46 touchdown passes with only eight interceptions, leading the league in both categories. His success is supported by the Rams' offseason addition of Davante Adams and the scheme of head coach Sean McVay, which allows Stafford to showcase his abilities. Despite some voters acknowledging the strength of his supporting cast, Stafford's progression solidifies his status among the elite quarterbacks.
- •Stafford improved from No. 6 to No. 3 in NFL quarterback rankings.
- •He led the league with 46 touchdown passes and 8 interceptions.
- •Adams' addition to the Rams enhances Stafford's receiving options.
- •Coaches praised McVay's scheme for protecting Stafford.
- •Only Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes ranked higher in the survey.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford just did something only Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have done
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — NFL survey rewards Matthew Stafford with high rank after MVP season
"Matthew Stafford climbed to No. 3 in ESPN's NFL quarterback rankings after an MVP-caliber season that earned widespread praise from coaches and executives.
"An ESPN survey of NFL execs, coaches and scouts ranked Matthew Stafford was one of the best three quarterbacks in the league for 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 5:15 PMMatthew Stafford just did something only Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have done
Matthew Stafford climbed to No. 3 in ESPN's NFL quarterback rankings after an MVP-caliber season that earned widespread praise from coaches and executives.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 12:02 PMNFL survey rewards Matthew Stafford with high rank after MVP season
An ESPN survey of NFL execs, coaches and scouts ranked Matthew Stafford was one of the best three quarterbacks in the league for 2026.
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