Lamar Jackson's peers ranked him No. 69 in the 2026 NFL Top 100 list, revealed July 13, marking a 67-spot drop from his No. 2 position in 2025. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback's decline follows a 2025 season hampered by injuries, including a hamstring issue that sidelined him for four games and a back contusion late in the year.
What Led to the Decline?
Jackson's rushing production hit career lows in 2025: 67 carries for 349 yards and two touchdowns. Though his passing stats remained solid (2,549 yards, 21 TDs, 7 INTs), the Ravens went 6-7 in his 13 starts and missed the playoffs. This contrasted sharply with his No. 2 rankings in 2024 and 2025, when he was touted as a Super Bowl favorite.
Historical Context and Comparisons
The 67-spot fall is the largest among players named so far in the 2026 list. For context, A.J. Brown dropped 51 spots, while Budda Baker, Josh Jacobs, and Travis Kelce each fell at least 40. Jackson's lowest prior ranking was No. 72 in 2023, following two injury-affected seasons. He was unranked in 2018 and 2019.
Expert Reactions and Future Outlook
ESPN's poll of NFL executives and coaches recently ranked Jackson fifth among quarterbacks, behind Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford, and Joe Burrow. This disconnect suggests peers may have overreacted to one down season. At 29, Jackson has a chance to rebound with an MVP-caliber 2026 campaign.\