Top College Quarterbacks 2023

Bo Nix is the new No. 1 college quarterback, with consistent play in the Pac-12. Will his top spot last after Week 9?

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Our college QB rankings have seen significant changes. Check them out below, along with analysis of all 133 quarterback situations nationwide.

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After extensive film analysis and data crunching, the rankings are finally here. I truly enjoy every moment of assessing college football and quarterback performance in our beloved sport.

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Before we dive into the rankings, it's crucial to explain their foundation. Film analysis plays a significant role in determining a player's position in these rankings, as always.

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We also consider injury history, coaching changes, scheme implementation, roster turnover, and overall quarterback performance on the field in our rankings.

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Similar to our preseason rankings, we've integrated game film from this season with a wealth of data to evaluate every quarterback in the nation.

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Let's dive in. If you have questions about these rankings, feel free to ask on Twitter. And if you missed our conference-level QB rankings, you can find them below.

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