NFL quarterback rankings, Week 17: Russell Wilson shines

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 9: Russell Wilson (3) of the Seattle Seahawks before the third quarter against the Denver Broncos. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post via Getty Images) /

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PITTSBURGH, PA – DECEMBER 16: New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks on after throwing a pass during the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA on December 16, 2018. (Photo by Shelley Lipton/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Joe Namath Division

8. Tom Brady (LW: 6)

Brad has thrown for 4,105 yards and 25 touchdowns. In short, not a bad season. That said, he’s looked noticeably more mortal this year. Maybe it’s because the talent around him isn’t as good. Maybe it’s also because he’s a 41-year-old NFL quarterback. Time will tell.

7. Deshaun Watson (LW: 8)

Watson is going to be the driving force for Houston in the playoffs. While the front seven is excellent, the secondary is terrible. Offensively, it’s Watson and DeAndre Hopkins with a sprinkling of Lamar Miller. The good news for Houston? Watson can do plenty on his own.

6. Aaron Rodgers (LW: 7)

Rodgers is still playing very good football this year, throwing for 4,416 yards, 25 touchdowns and only two interceptions. Still, it must be noted that Rodgers has missed more open receivers in 2018 than perhaps any other season, and he’s throwing the ball away at an alarming rate. All that said, he remains elite.

5. Philip Rivers (LW: 3)

Rivers has had an MVP-worthy season, but he’s going to be haunted by his performance against the Ravens for a long time. Los Angeles had a chance to make a run at the AFC’s top seed, but Rivers did close to nothing with two interceptions. The toughest night of what has been a great year.