On a recent episode of “The Herd,” Colin Cowherd discussed the 12 quarterbacks he believes are worth keeping an eye on for the 2024-2025 NFL Super Bowl odds. According to Cowherd, there are two main ways to win a Super Bowl: by having a top-tier quarterback like Mahomes, Stafford, Brady, or elite superstar, or by having a talented quarterback on a rookie contract.
Cowherd divided the quarterbacks into two categories: superstars and talented QBs on cheaper deals. In the superstar tier, we have Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers, and Matthew Stafford. These quarterbacks are considered to have all-time elite arm talent and are in the Super Bowl bubble.
Moving on to the talented QBs on cheaper deals tier, we have Justin Herbert, Jalen Hurts, Trevor Lawrence, Jordan Love, Brock Purdy, and C.J. Stroud. These quarterbacks are all talented players who have not yet received massive contracts, making them valuable assets to their teams.
Cowherd emphasized the importance of not overpaying quarterbacks, mentioning Jared Goff, Tua, and Dak Prescott as examples of quarterbacks who are really good but come with hefty price tags. According to Cowherd, teams that pay their quarterbacks too much are immediately eliminated from Super Bowl contention based on the last 12 years of data.
It’s clear that having a talented quarterback is crucial for a team’s success in the NFL, but finding the right balance between talent and cost is key. Teams like the Chiefs and the Rams, who have top-tier quarterbacks like Mahomes and Stafford, are in a strong position to make a Super Bowl run, while teams with talented QBs on rookie contracts also have a shot at success.
As the NFL season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these quarterbacks perform and whether they can live up to the expectations set by Cowherd. Keeping an eye on these 12 quarterbacks could give fans a glimpse into the future of the NFL and which teams are poised to make a deep playoff run. Stay tuned for more updates on the NFL and other sports news on FOX Sports.