Top 5 NFL QBs under 30 heading into 2022 season

#3 - Justin Herbert - 24 years, Los Angeles Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert

Justin Herbert finished the 2021 NFL season as one of only two players, along with Tom Brady, to eclipse 5,000 passing yards. He has recorded 9,350 passing yards and 69 passing touchdowns across just two seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, both of which are the most by any player ever through their first two seasons.

Herbert is off to a historic start to his career and it's just the beginning for him. He is only 24 years old and projects to improve his game even further as he gains experience.

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#2 - Josh Allen - 26 years, Buffalo Bills

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen

Josh Allen has a skill set that no other quarterback in the NFL currently has. He is one of the best rushing quarterbacks in the league and the Buffalo Bills regularly design running plays for him. He also has one of the strongest arms in the league, making him a unique talent.

Josh Allen ranked second among all qualified players, not just quarterbacks, with an incredible 6.3 yards per carry. His arm has improved every year since he entered the league and he is currently the MVP betting favorite heading into the 2022 season.

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#1 - Patrick Mahomes - 26 years, Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes is off to the most accomplished start to a career by any quarterback in NFL history. In just four years as the starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, he has already won an NFL MVP award, Super Bowl ring, Super Bowl MVP award, two AFC conference championships, and four division titles.

In what many considered a "down year" for Mahomes during the 2021 NFL season, he still recorded 4,839 passing yards and 37 passing touchdowns. This would be considered a "career year" for most quarterbacks, demonstrating his elite abilities and endless expectations.