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NFL: Ranking the Next 5 Elite Quarterbacks

By Evan Massey

Oct 26, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 26, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) throws during the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) throws during the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Nick Foles, Philadelphia Eagles

Nick Foles took over as the Philadelphia Eagles’ starting quarterback after Michael Vick went down with an injury last season, and hasn’t looked back. He has been one of the most productive quarterbacks over the last couple of years, and has flourished under Chip Kelly’s system. There is no question that he has the talent to become one of the best quarterbacks over the next 10 years, and has plenty of room to grow.

So far this season, he has thrown for 2,039 yards, 12 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. There are still areas where he needs to improve, but has has already taken major steps forward and has improved as a leader as well. Philadelphia has put together a very potent offense around him, and they aren’t going to be able to stop doing that while Kelly is the head coach.

The Eagles are very excited to see what he becomes in the future, and he has plenty more potential to reach. He may never be the best quarterback in the game, but he won’t be too far behind. If Foles does reach his full potential, he will continue to be one of the most dynamic quarterbacks for the remainder of his career.

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