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NFL quarterback rankings, Week 8: Philip Rivers is dealing

By Matt Verderame

Sep 18, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) looks downfield during the first quarter of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) looks downfield during the first quarter of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Jets beat the Bills 37-31. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Jets beat the Bills 37-31. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

Don Strock Division

27. Ryan Fitzpatrick

Fitzpatrick has thrown 11 interceptions to six touchdowns, and was benched for Geno Smith. He’s not good.

26. Blake Bortles

At some point, Bortles needs to play better or there will be whispers about his long-term viability in Jacksonville. Through seven weeks, he’s completing 59 percent of his throws with nine interceptions.

25. Brock Osweiler

Osweiler continues to make you believe that paying him $72 million was a huge mistake. The youngster looks like a backup quarterback with the swagger of a starting star.

24. Trevor Siemian

It’s all about the defense in Denver. If Siemian can limit his mistakes and average 200-225 yards per game, the Broncos will be fine.

Jay Fiedler Division

23. Joe Flacco

The Ravens had to expect Flacco to take some time recovering from two torn knee ligaments. That’s exactly what 2016 has been about, along with a lifeless group of weapons around him. Flacco is averaging 5.96 yards per throw with five touchdowns and six touchdowns. It’s been ugly.

22. Tyrod Taylor

Taylor has only thrown for 1,297 yards in seven games, and is completing barely 60 percent of his throws. He’s not a bad quarterback, but he won’t be leading a Super Bowl charge.

21. Ryan Tannehill

The Dolphins have finally taken some of the pressure off Tannehill with the emergence of Jay Ajayi. At this juncture, Tannehill has completed 65 percent of his throws, albeit with seven interceptions. He’s the definition of mediocre.

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