Quarterback Rankings Disrespect Jaguars' Lawrence, Texans' Stroud, Raiders' Smith, Bulldogs' Stockton

Several quarterbacks face scrutiny and shifting fortunes as the 2025 football season approaches. Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence, despite his physical talent, struggles with durability and consistency, ranking 18th among NFL quarterbacks as the Jaguars rebuild around him with new leadership and improved receiving options. Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud, after a promising rookie year, dropped to ninth in recent quarterback rankings due to increased interceptions and pressure from a weakened offensive line, necessitating a rebound in 2025 to maintain top-tier status. The Las Vegas Raiders acquired veteran Geno Smith to stabilize their quarterback situation, with Smith ranked just inside the Top 20; his experience and receiving corps could boost the Raiders' playoff chances under new coach Pete Carroll. Meanwhile, in college football, Georgia's Gunner Stockton is ranked 12th in the SEC, viewed as a work in progress but with potential to lead Georgia to another College Football Playoff appearance amid a wide-open 2025 race. These evaluations highlight the critical balance between individual talent, team support, and health in quarterback performance across professional and collegiate levels.