Ranking college football's top 100 quarterbacks of the 2000s
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2025 college football season saw a significant increase in quarterbacks throwing for over 3,000 yards, with 37 such players compared to just 10 in 2000, reflecting changes in both the number of games played and quarterback efficiency.
- Quarterback performance has improved notably over the years, with 26 quarterbacks achieving a passer rating of 150.0 or higher in 2025, compared to only seven in 2000, indicating advancements in offensive strategies and player skills.
- A comprehensive ranking of the best college quarterbacks of the 21st century was updated, considering only players with completed careers since 2000, highlighting notable players such as Baker Mayfield, Cam Newton, and Joe Burrow in the top spots.
