NFL analysts rank the starting quarterbacks across the NFC North

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

NFL analysts rank the starting quarterbacks across the NFC North
Summary

The NFC North enters the current season with a competitive field of quarterbacks distributed across the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings. Analysts have placed Chicago’s Caleb Williams at the top of the division's current depth, noting his 2025 performance of 3,942 passing yards and 27 touchdowns. Detroit’s Jared Goff follows in second, coming off a season with 4,564 yards and 34 touchdowns as a central component of the Lions' offense. Jordan Love of the Green Bay Packers holds the third position after maintaining a 101.2 passer rating during his 2025 campaign. Kyler Murray of the Minnesota Vikings rounds out the group as he prepares to lead an offense featuring Justin Jefferson. This ranking reflects the recent performance and potential of the signal-callers as each team seeks to establish dominance within the Black and Blue Division.

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  • Caleb Williams recorded 3,942 passing yards and 27 touchdowns during the 2025 season.
  • Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions with 4,564 passing yards and 34 touchdowns.
  • Jordan Love completed 291 of 439 passes for a 101.2 rating in 2025.
  • Kyler Murray joined the Minnesota Vikings following his tenure with the Arizona Cardinals.
  • The NFC North includes the Packers, Bears, Lions, and Vikings.
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The Black and Blue Division is known for its smash-mouth football but it's now home to a wealth of QB talent.

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