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Walder ranks NFL backup QBs after early-season injuries force starters out

Walder ranks all 32 NFL backup quarterbacks for 2026 season

1 Sep 19 8:37 AM · 8d ago · 2 articles · 1 source · development 1 of 2

ESPN's Seth Walder published comprehensive rankings of every team's No. 2 quarterback, accounting for backups who have already seen action in 2026. The ranking places Shedeur Mendoza (Raiders) at No. 1, citing his draft pedigree and highest upside, followed by Marcus Mariota (Commanders) and Mac Jones (49ers). Walder acknowledges the exercise operates on limited information, as many backups lack recent meaningful playing time.

Walder ranks all 32 NFL backup quarterbacks for 2026 season
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“And if I had to ask any backup to win a few games right now, I would take Mendoza.”

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