NFL QB Rankings Week 6: Jackson replaces Murray, Stafford returns

Kyler Murray is one of the best quarterbacks in the entire league, and it was hard to keep him out of the top five QB rankings this week. Stafford has returned to the rankings in a big way, while Dak Prescott has fallen a bit, though he remains one of the top-tier quarterbacks.

However, Lamar Jackson has arrived. It's time to start giving Jackson his due respect, and that starts by adding him to the top five in the league. His passing ability has become elite, and he couples that with the ability to run the ball. The Ravens are dangerous.

Here are the quarterback rankings ahead of week 6.

NFL QB Rankings: The top 5 ahead of Week 6

#5 - Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens

Indianapolis Colts v Baltimore Ravens

As mentioned above, it's time to start putting respect to Jackson's name. The Ravens orchestrated a come-from-behind victory against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football. That was primarily because Jackson can stretch the field with his feet as well as his arm.

Jackson now sits at #5 in passing yards. His 1,518 was good enough to beat out Kyler Murray. But Murray has more passing touchdowns, with 10. Jackson has eight but couples that with two rushing touchdowns and an additional 341 rushing yards.

Jackson is the eighth-best rusher in the league. This is why he will now sit at number five for this week's power rankings. Jackson is elite and will continue to get even better.

#4 - Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers

Cleveland Browns v Los Angeles Chargers

Justin Herbert has retained his number four spot, for now. The Los Angeles Chargers have to be happy with their selection, as Herbert has delivered on every aspect of the field. His passing yards are good for fourth in the league and his touchdowns tie Dak Prescott at number three.

Herbert has been nothing short of spectacular and continues to showcase his elite talents every single week. Even when the chips were down when the Chargers took on the Cleveland Browns, in came Herbert to save the day.

His 398 yards and four touchdown day catapulted the Chargers to 47 points and secured a victory, sending them to the top of the AFC West. Their 4-1 record is much deserved and Herbert should continue to climb the rankings if he puts up performances like Sunday.

Herbert is the real deal and the Miami Dolphins have to be kicking themselves for not drafting him.

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NFL QB Rankings: The Top 3

Who has made it to the top three QB rankings for week 6?

#3 - Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys

New York Giants v Dallas Cowboys

Dak Prescott might very well win NFL Comeback Player of the Year on top of leading his team right to the top of the NFC East. He dropped to number three in this week's rankings, but should not remain here.

The Dallas Cowboys are 4-1 and that is because Prescott has been slinging the ball as if he had never been injured at all.

Although Prescott has dropped a bit in his yardage, his 13 touchdown passes are good for third in the league. That's with the fact that his second-place passer rating has elevated the Cowboys offense to new heights.

The Cowboys have a top-three quarterback amongst their ranks and the number one cornerback in the league in Trevon Diggs. It may be the Cowboys' year to make some huge noise in the NFC.

#2 - Matthew Stafford, Los Angeles Rams

Los Angeles Rams v Seattle Seahawks

Matthew Stafford has been quietly and efficiently working his way through the top rankings this week. On top of him being the number two rated quarterback for this week's power rankings, he is also sneakily throwing his hat into the ring for MVP honors.

Stafford is as tough as they come as he had to pop his finger back into place and still achieved 365 yards when the Rams beat the Seahawks in Thursday Night Football.

Stafford sits at number three in passing yards, number three in passer rating, number five in touchdown passes, and number three in yards per game. There is no mistake that the Rams won the trade between the Detroit Lions.

#1 - Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Miami Dolphins v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

All hail the ageless King. Tom Brady has proven over and over again that he is the greatest quarterback to ever play the game of football. That point was further proven when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dismantled the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

Brady may have found the fountain of youth, as he is playing just as well, or even better than his formidable NFL years. At 44 years old, he leads the league in yards, touchdown passes, and yards per game. His passer rating is good for fifth in the league. He belongs at number one for the quarterback rankings across the board.