Lamar Jackson was ranked No. 69 on the NFL Top 100 players list for 2026 on July 13 [1, 2, 3, 4].
The placement marks a significant decline for the Baltimore Ravens quarterback, reflecting a challenging period in his career characterized by health struggles and uncharacteristic team losses.
The drop in ranking follows a difficult 2025 season where Jackson missed four games due to injury [5]. This absence contributed to a season that saw the quarterback post his first sub-.500 win-loss record as a starter [7].
Performance metrics from the 2025 season further explain the slide in the player polls. Jackson recorded a career-high sack percentage during the campaign [6]. Despite these struggles, he maintained a passer rating of 103.8 [8].
The NFL Top 100 list is a peer-voted ranking that considers both statistical output, and overall impact on the game. The current ranking of 69 [1] places Jackson well outside the elite tier of quarterbacks who typically dominate the top 20 positions.
Ravens officials and supporters said the ranking was too low [1]. However, the combination of missed time and a losing record for the first time in his starting tenure has influenced the perception of his current standing among league peers.
“Lamar Jackson was ranked No. 69 on the NFL Top 100 players list for 2026”
The decline in Jackson's ranking underscores the volatility of quarterback valuations in the NFL when availability and winning percentages dip. While his passer rating remained competitive, the correlation between his injury-shortened season and the team's first sub-.500 record under his leadership has shifted the narrative from untouchable MVP candidate to a player needing to prove his durability and leadership consistency.
