McKee becomes 42nd starting QB through Week 6

Ties 2022 mark; tops 2021 total of 38

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 58m1 min read

Tanner McKee will be at least the 42nd different starting quarterback in the NFL through Week 6. Different starters thr Via @jjones9 on X

What happened: Tanner McKee will become at least the 42nd different starting quarterback through Week 6 of the 2026 season. Totals through Week 6 were 41 in 2025, 40 in 2024, 39 in 2023, 42 in 2022 and 38 in 2021.

Why it matters: The 2026 pace matches the six-week high from 2022 and sits four starters above 2021. Continued early turnover keeps backup readiness central to the regular season.

By the numbers: Different starters through Week 6: 2026 at least 42, 2025 41, 2024 40, 2023 39, 2022 42, 2021 38.

What to watch: Remaining Week 6 lineups will determine whether the 2026 total moves past 42.

Sources

@jjones9 2026-10-15T22:27:24.831789+00:00

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