NFL QB Power Rankings: A New Leader Emerges on Mahomes Mountain After Week 1
Nick Wright's weekly quarterback rankings saw significant movement following the opening week of the NFL season. The top position on Mahomes Mountain is now held by a quarterback other than Patrick Mahomes, with Josh Allen, Caleb Williams, Trevor Lawrence, and Lamar Jackson all in contention. Several signal-callers, including Sam Darnold, Kyler Murray, and Tua Tagovailoa, were dropped from the mountain due to injuries or subpar performances.
Nick Wright’s “Mahomes Mountain” rankings now place a new quarterback at the summit after Week 1, with Josh Allen, Caleb Williams, Trevor Lawrence, and Lamar Jackson all cited as contenders for the top spot. The list also reflects notable drops: Sam Darnold, Kyler Murray, and Tua Tagovailoa exited due to injuries, while Cooper Rush, Cam Ward, and Malik Willis were removed for poor play. Willis, however, remains eager to rejoin the hierarchy.
The lower tiers show heavy movement based on opening performances. Tyler Shough’s 410-yard outing raised questions about Detroit’s secondary, while Jacoby Brissett outplayed Justin Herbert in one game. Baker Mayfield’s fumbles drew criticism, and Dak Prescott’s interception before halftime was flagged as disappointing. Jalen Hurts moved up after making three key plays in a win, and Caleb Williams climbed to row three as Mahomes slipped from the peak.
These rankings could shape fan and media narratives early in the season, influencing how quarterbacks are discussed and evaluated weekly. Players like Willis may feel added pressure to prove themselves, while teams with struggling signal-callers might face heightened scrutiny. The focus on injuries and turnovers may also affect fantasy football decisions and betting markets, though such impact remains speculative and dependent on future performances.