The NFL tends to makes its quarterbacks into mythical figures, especially if they have any reasonable level of success and longevity in the league. Often, that reputation is earned but sometimes a passer’s greatness can be exaggerated for decades because of a memorable comeback drive or a clutch pass play that happened at the right time.
We’ve looked back through the league’s history and picked out the quarterbacks we think have been overrated at large by organizations, media members, fans and fellow players. To make it onto this list, a passer had to have a solid career in the NFL and have their greatness overstated in some way, whether through accolades, salary or an abundance of opportunities.
These are our picks for the NFL’s most overrated quarterbacks ever.
