NFL executives rank seven quarterbacks at the bottom of annual survey

In The Athletic's quarterback rankings, released on August 4, 2026, seven quarterbacks were placed in the lowest tiers. The survey, which polled 50 NFL coaches and executives, highlighted Malik Willis of the Miami Dolphins, Geno Smith of the New York Jets, and Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns among the bottom-ranked players. Willis signed a three-year deal in March, while Smith's return to the Jets comes after leading the league in interceptions in 2025. Watson faces competition from Shedeur Sanders but has support from some executives who believe he can revive his career under new head coach Todd Monken. The rankings reflect not only recent performance but also opportunities for improvement as training camp progresses.

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