What happened: PFF evaluated qualifying passers with a minimum threshold of 150 dropbacks so far in the 2026 season. Josh Allen posted an 84.4 mark to rank fourth, while Jared Goff earned an 82.7 grade to complete the top five. Burrow's mark paces the field by more than seven full grading points over second-place Dak Prescott.

Why it matters: Burrow has completed 195 of 267 passes for 2115 yards with 20 touchdowns and 6 interceptions in 2026 through 7 games. Purdy has completed 146 of 211 passes for 1748 yards with 15 touchdowns and 4 interceptions in 2026 through 7 games. Maintaining top-tier passer efficiency shapes the playoff race as contenders move into the second half of the 2026 regular season.

What to watch: Quarterbacks will look to maintain their efficiency marks through Week 9 matchups as the 2026 regular season turns to November. Front offices across the league also face roster evaluations ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline.