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Ranking all 59 starting quarterbacks from the 2024 NFL season: Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen at No. 1?

Nick Shook evaluates every quarterback who started a game during the 2024 campaign (including the playoffs) to create one comprehensive ranking -- from 1 to 59 -- for the entire season.

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Five QBs who need fresh starts in 2025: Aaron Rodgers-Jets split best for everyone

After being benched by their respective teams during the 2024 season, Kirk Cousins and Justin Fields are two quarterbacks who might benefit from a change-of-scenery reset. Nick Shook identifies five passers who need a fresh start with a different organization in 2025.

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QB Index: Six free agent quarterbacks teams can't let hit the open market this offseason

There are a number of quarterbacks -- a mix of starters and backups -- approaching free agency this offseason. Nick Shook identifies six players whose teams shouldn't allow them to hit the open market in March.

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Sam Darnold landing spots: Nine possible team fits for Pro Bowl quarterback in 2025 NFL season

After a career renaissance with the Vikings, Sam Darnold is set to hit free agency. Will he take the starting reins for the Steelers or Giants? Serve as competition for Anthony Richardson on the Colts? Stay put in Minnesota? Nick Shook identifies nine potential team fits for the Pro Bowl quarterback.

Ranking each NFL team's primary starting quarterback from the 2024 regular season

With the 2024 NFL regular season in the books, Nick Shook ranks the starting quarterbacks for all 32 teams. Which MVP candidate -- Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow -- finishes at No. 1?

NFL QB Index, Week 18: Lamar Jackson unseats Josh Allen at No. 1

Lamar Jackson dethrones Josh Allen atop Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 18, while three players move at least 10 spots on the board. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

QB Index, Week 17: Six teams whose 2025 starting quarterback isn't on the 2024 roster

Will the Jets continue to roll with Aaron Rodgers next season? Or will they be among the teams switching signal-callers? Nick Shook spotlights six squads whose 2025 starting QB is not on their current roster.

NFL QB Index, Week 16: Baker Mayfield hits new high; Patrick Mahomes in danger of exiting top 10

Massive swings shake up Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 16, with Baker Mayfield reaching a new high and Patrick Mahomes sinking to his lowest spot of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 15: Joe Burrow vaults Lamar Jackson; Bryce Young eclipses Jalen Hurts

There is a new No. 2 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 15 of the 2024 NFL season. Plus, Bryce Young reaches a new high point on the list. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 14: Josh Allen rises to No. 1 after Bills wallop 49ers

There are big swings in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 14 of the 2024 NFL season, with five players moving 10 or more spots. Plus, there's a new passer on top. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

QB Index, Week 13: Seven players with most to prove down the stretch

With six weeks remaining in the 2024 NFL season, which quarterbacks have the most to prove? Nick Shook spotlights seven players, including two signal-callers whose teams are leading their respective divisions.

NFL QB Index, Week 12: Patrick Mahomes slips out of top four after Bills hand Chiefs first loss

With the Chiefs no longer undefeated, where does Patrick Mahomes land in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 12 of the NFL season? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 11: Joe Burrow vaults ahead of Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes

How high does Joe Burrow rise in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 11 of the 2024 NFL season? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 10: Justin Herbert resurgent; Jordan Love, C.J. Stroud slide out of top 10

Will Justin Herbert's resurgence continue? He's the biggest riser in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 10 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 9: Matthew Stafford vaults into top 10; Dak Prescott, Aaron Rodgers plummet

There is major movement in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season, with Matthew Stafford making the biggest jump of any passer. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 8: Jared Goff enters top five; Brock Purdy slips

A new player enters the top five in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 7: Jordan Love, Caleb Williams make big leaps; Dak Prescott slides

Jordan Love is knocking on the door of the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 7 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 6: Joe Burrow No. 2; Jayden Daniels knocking on door of top five

There are seven players on the move in the top 10 of Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 6 of the 2024 NFL season, including rookie sensation Jayden Daniels. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 5: Lamar Jackson rises to No. 1; Jayden Daniels, Geno Smith enter top 10

There is a change at No. 1 and three new members of the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 4: Josh Allen new No. 1; Sam Darnold, Brock Purdy enter top 10

Patrick Mahomes is ousted from the top spot in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 4 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 3: C.J. Stroud vaults Josh Allen; Kyler Murray soars

Derek Carr, Kyler Murray and C.J. Stroud are among the players making big moves in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 3 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 2: Baker Mayfield enters top 10; Kirk Cousins, Aaron Rodgers slide

Baker Mayfield and four other passers vault into the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

NFL QB Index, Week 1: Ranking all 32 starters entering 2024 season

With the 2024 NFL season upon us, Nick Shook ranks each team's quarterback, from 1 to 32, heading into Week 1. Can C.J. Stroud build on his stellar rookie campaign? How will Aaron Rodgers look in his return from injury?

NFL QB Index: Way-too-early top 10 MVP candidates under center

NFL teams have spent the last several months rejiggering their rosters, and now we all know the full 2024 regular-season schedule. Thus, we have arrived at prediction season! Nick Shook provides his way-too-early top 10 QB candidates for MVP.