NFL’s 10 best quarterbacks of all time: From Joe Montana to Tom Brady

Patrick Mahomes

Mahomes knocked Drew Brees out of the top 10 with Kansas City's second consecutive world championship. At 28, he is already in the top echelon of QBs for Super Bowl rings.

Roger Staubach

Captain America, Staubach, is unavoidable owing to his "franchise quarterback" effect. His Navy service hampered his NFL stats, but he excelled in passing and rushing.

Aaron Rodgers

Rodgers has dominated throughout his career, especially with the Packers. He has nearly 500 touchdowns and 59,000 passing yards, 10 Pro Bowls, and four NFL MVP honours.

Dan Marino

His strong arm changed QB play with the Miami Dolphins, setting records. Despite not winning a Super Bowl, his 61,361 throwing yards and 420 touchdowns were memorable.

John Elway

The 1983 first-round choice Elway changed quarterbacking with his dual-threat skills. Key moments like "The Drive." led the Broncos to five Super Bowls and two victories.

Brett Favre

Improvisational quarterback Favre became a Packers icon with 71,838 yards and 508 touchdowns. His 40s Vikings near-Super Bowl run was his highlight.

Johnny Unitas

Unitas, a Baltimore Colts icon, set records and won championships, amassing 40,239 passing yards and 290 touchdowns. His innovative play style helped shape the modern passing game.

Peyton Manning

Manning's football IQ and readiness earned him five MVPs and 14 Pro Bowls with the Colts and Broncos. His rivalry with Tom Brady defined an era with 71,940 yards and 539 touchdowns.

Joe Montana

Montana won four Super Bowls with the 49ers. He and Jerry Rice became legends by throwing for 40,551 yards and 273 touchdowns in the West Coast offence.

Tom Brady

Brady, the greatest NFL quarterback, won seven Super Bowls and threw for 80,000 yards. From sixth-round pick to NFL hero, he redefined football brilliance and durability.