Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season is set to begin on Wednesday afternoon, and the Baltimore Ravens have departed for a critical and exciting Christmas Day matchup against the Houston Texans on Netflix.
Baltimore is 10-5, and Lamar Jackson is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. One of the actual measuring sticks of his efficiency will be where he lands in Total QBR when entering the playoffs.
When evaluating quarterback play, a trusted metric is ESPN's Total QBR rating, which does more than take into account statistics.
According to ESPN, Adjusted Total Quarterback Rating (QBR) "values the quarterback on all play types on a 0-100 scale adjusted for the strength of opposing defenses."
So where do Jackson and other NFL quarterbacks, including the Bengals' Joe Burrow, Cardinals' Kyler Murray, Eagles' Jalen Hurts, 49ers' Brock Purdy, Bills' Josh Allen, and Chiefs Patrick Mahomes, rank entering Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season?
Here's a look at the QBR ratings for all 33 NFL quarterbacks ahead of the Chiefs (14-1) at Steelers (10-5).
33. Will Levis -Titans
Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (8) looks for a receiver against the Indianapolis Colts during the second quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023.
QBR: 30.2
32. Gardner Minshew -Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) drops back to hand off in the first quarter of the NFL Week 9 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Las Vegas Raiders at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024.
QBR: 38.0
31. Cooper Rush -Cowboys
Nov 10, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush (10) throws a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
QBR: 40.8
30. Dak Prescott -Cowboys
Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) scrambles against the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
QBR: 46.7
29. Bryce Young -Panthers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 08: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers throws a pass in the fourth quarter of a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 08, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
QBR: 47.1
28. Anthony Richardson -Colts
Nov 17, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) celebrates his touchdown against the New York Jets during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
QBR: 47.2
27. Daniel Jones -Vikings
Dec 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Newly acquired Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daniel Jones walks off the field after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
QBR: 47.5
26. Caleb Williams -Bears
Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images
QBR: 47.7
25. C.J. Stroud -Texans
Nov 10, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks for an open receiver during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
QBR: 51.4
24. Kirk Cousins -Falcons
Dec 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Chargers in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
QBR: 51.9
23. Aaron Rodgers -Jets
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws while pressured by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Baron Browning (53) during the first quarter at State Farm Stadium on Nov 10, 2024, in Glendale.
QBR: 52.2
22. Box Nix -Broncos
Nov 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
QBR: 53.1
21. Geno Smith -Seahawks
Oct 27, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes against the Buffalo Bills during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
QBR: 53.4
20. Russell Wilson -Steelers
Dec 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs with the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
QBR: 53.5
19. Baker Mayfield -Buccaneers
Oct 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
QBR: 57.2
18. James Winston -Brows
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 13: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns enters the game as they play the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on October 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
QBR: 57.3
17. Trevor Lawrence -Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) walks on the sideline during the fourth quarter of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Vikings defeated the Jaguars 12-7. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
QBR: 58.8
16. Justin Herbert -Chargers
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass in the second quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime.
QBR: 59.7
15. Tua Tagovailoa -Dolphins
Nov 11, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) moves out to pass as Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse (8) moves in during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
QBR: 59.8
14. Drake Maye -Patriots
Aug 15, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
QBR: 60.0
13. Sam Darnold -Vikings
Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
QBR: 62.0
12. Derek Carr-Saints
Nov 10, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) scrambles out the pocket against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
QBR: 64.5
11. Brock Purdy -49ers
October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the football against Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Malik Herring (94) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
QBR: 65.2
10. Matthew Stafford -Rams
Nov 24, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) walks off the field during warmups before a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Alex Gallardo-Imagn Images
QBR: 65.7
9. Jalen Hurts -Eagles
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 22: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
QBR: 66.3
8. Jared Goff -Lions
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) makes a pass against Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024.
QBR: 66.4
7. Patrick Mahomes -Chiefs
Nov 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a pass during the second half against the Denver Broncos at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
QBR: 66.7
6. Kyler Murray -Cardinals
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up before playing against the New York Jets at State Farm Stadium.
QBR: 66.7
5. Jordan Love -Packers
Dec 5, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) completes a long pass while being pressured by Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) and defensive lineman Myles Adams (66) during the fourth quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images
QBR: 67.8
4. Jayden Daniels -Commanders
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 22: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders attempts a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
QBR: 71.9
3. Joe Burrow -Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a pass in the first quarter of the NFL game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Banks Stadium in Baltimore on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.
QBR: 74.2
2. Lamar Jackson -Ravens
Dec 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) warms up prior the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
QBR: 75.5
1. Josh Allen -Bills
Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
QBR: 76.7