NFC West Quarterbacks Ranked Second-Strongest Division Group for 2025

NFL.com analyst Nick Shook ranked the NFC divisions by quarterback strength, placing the NFC West as the league's second-best group behind the AFC West, despite uncertainties surrounding quarterbacks like Kyler Murray, Brock Purdy, Sam Darnold, and veteran Matthew Stafford. The NFC North, featuring young talent such as J.J. McCarthy, was noted for its untapped potential and is expected to climb in rankings, contingent on McCarthy's development. Conversely, the NFC South, historically one of the weakest divisions quarterback-wise, has improved to seventh place largely due to Bryce Young and Baker Mayfield's performances, surpassing the AFC South despite the presence of CJ Stroud there. Meanwhile, analysis of the NFC North's defensive players highlights that some, like Aidan Hutchinson, are overrated relative to expectations, being a strong but not elite edge rusher compared to peers such as Myles Garrett. The overall quarterback rankings reflect a dynamic landscape with potential volatility, where player performance and consistency in 2025 will determine divisional standings and playoff prospects.