The college football season is in full swing, and the quarterback position is always one of the most important and intriguing aspects of the game. Every week, we see some quarterbacks shine and some struggle, as they lead their teams to victory or defeat. Here are our rankings of the top five quarterbacks in college football after Week 6, based on their performance, stats, and impact.
Shedeur Sanders
The freshman sensation from Jackson State has been lighting up the SWAC with his arm and his leadership. He has thrown for 1,462 yards, 16 touchdowns, and only two interceptions in five games, leading the Tigers to a 5-0 record and a No. 24 ranking in the FCS Coaches Poll. He has also shown poise and maturity beyond his years, as he is coached by his father and NFL legend Deion Sanders. He has completed 69.4% of his passes and has a passer rating of 191.3, which ranks second in the FCS. He has also rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown. He is a dual-threat quarterback who can make plays with his legs and his arm, and he has a bright future ahead of him.
Bo Nix
The junior from Auburn has been one of the most improved and impressive quarterbacks in the SEC this season. He has thrown for 1,173 yards, eight touchdowns, and one interception in five games, leading the Tigers to a 4-1 record and a No. 18 ranking in the AP Poll. He has also completed 62.8% of his passes and has a passer rating of 153.9, which ranks fifth in the SEC. He has also rushed for 211 yards and two touchdowns. He has shown great mobility and escapability, as he can extend plays and avoid sacks. He has also shown clutchness and confidence, as he led Auburn to a comeback win over LSU in Death Valley, throwing for 255 yards and a touchdown.
Caleb Williams
The freshman phenom from Oklahoma made his debut as a starter in Week 6 against Texas in the Red River Showdown, and he did not disappoint. He replaced Spencer Rattler, who was benched after throwing an interception in the first half. Williams sparked a rally for the Sooners, who were trailing by 18 points at one point. He threw for 212 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 88 yards and a touchdown. He also made one of the most memorable plays of the season, when he took the ball from Kennedy Brooks on a fourth-and-one play and ran for a first down to seal the win. He showed great athleticism, arm strength, and composure, as he led Oklahoma to a 55-48 victory and a No. 4 ranking in the AP Poll.
Bryce Young
The sophomore from Alabama has been living up to the hype as the successor of Mac Jones. He has thrown for 1,710 yards, 20 touchdowns, and two interceptions in six games, leading the Crimson Tide to a 5-1 record and a No. 5 ranking in the AP Poll. He has also completed 70% of his passes and has a passer rating of 186.8, which ranks second in the SEC. He has also rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown. He has shown great accuracy, decision-making, and leadership, as he has led Alabama to some dominant wins over Miami, Ole Miss, and Mississippi State. He also nearly led Alabama to a comeback win over Texas A&M, throwing for 369 yards and three touchdowns.
Matt Corral
The senior from Ole Miss has been the best quarterback in college football this season. He has thrown for 1,281 yards, nine touchdowns, and no interceptions in five games, leading the Rebels to a 4-1 record and a No. 13 ranking in the AP Poll. He has also completed 67% of his passes and has a passer rating of 170.9, which ranks third in the SEC. He has also rushed for 365 yards and eight touchdowns, which ranks second among all quarterbacks in the nation. He is a dynamic playmaker who can beat defenses with his arm and his legs. He has also shown resilience and toughness, as he bounced back from a loss to Alabama with a stellar performance against Arkansas, throwing for 287 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 94 yards and two touchdowns.
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