Ranking every starting quarterback in the NFL after 2022 Free Agency
Lamar Jackson is one of the most exciting players in the NFL when healthy. Not only that, but he is also one of the most valuable. 7-5 under Lamar Jackson’s watch, they were 1-4 without him. Already having won an MVP in his young career, he is the engine that makes the Ravens’ offense go. Without him, for a full season, they very likely would have a top-five pick.
Now it was not all perfect for the young star in 2021. While he did throw for 2,882 yards and sixteen touchdowns in twelve games, he also threw thirteen interceptions. That total was by far the most in his young career. He did, however, rush for an incredible 767 yards over that time frame proving his dual-threat prowess.
No team dealt with more injuries than the Baltimore Ravens in 2021. With their top two running backs out, key members of the offensive line, and several wide receivers, it was a tough year for Lamar Jackson. If the injuries can hold off slightly in 2022, Lamar Jackson will once again show the NFL his elite talent.
Ranking every starting quarterback in the NFL after 2022 Free Agency
Easily the most shocking move of the off-season, former Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson was traded to the Cleveland Browns. Of course, the only reason he was traded at all is due to his legal situation. This is the same thing that caused him to miss all of the 2021 season after an incredible 2020 season where he led the league in passing yards.
After another year of mediocrity with Baker Mayfield in 2021, the Browns knew they had to move on to maximize the talent currently on the roster. Of course, Mayfield was not a bad player, he just wasn’t an elite player. Watson however, definitely is. In 2020, he was arguably a top-three quarterback in the entire NFL.
Not only did they make a move to trade for Watson, but Cleveland also added former Pro Bowl wideout Amari Cooper from the Cowboys. This combined with the stout running game of Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt gives the Browns one of the most dangerous offenses in the entire NFL. While Watson may have some rust to clean off early in 2022, the Browns will be dangerous once he gets going again.