When it comes to NFL quarterbacks, we all love the stars who light up Sundays—guys like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, and Lamar Jackson. Even rising talents like Drake Maye and Caleb Williams are making waves. But not every team has that luxury. Some quarterback rooms are more "question mark" than "exclamation point," and heading into 2026, a handful of teams are facing serious uncertainty under center.

Let's break down the worst quarterback situations in the NFL, ranked from bad to "yikes," along with our predictions for who will be under center in Week 1 of the 2026 season.

10. Indianapolis Colts
Quarterbacks: Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson, Riley Leonard, Seth Henigan

It sounds wild, but Daniel Jones actually looked like an MVP candidate in 2025 before a torn Achilles in Week 14 derailed everything. His strong play even convinced the Colts to trade away wide receiver Adonai Mitchell and future first-round picks for star cornerback Sauce Gardner. But here's the problem: Achilles injuries are tricky. Jones might not bounce back to his 2025 form in 2026—or worse, he could revert to the inconsistent version we saw in New York. History shows that even veterans like Kirk Cousins and Aaron Rodgers needed two full years to feel comfortable after the same injury. If Jones struggles, this room sinks fast.

Then there's Anthony Richardson, the former fourth overall pick in 2023. He threw just two passes in 2025 after a freak eye injury in pregame warmups in Week 6. When he last played regularly in 2024, he flashed big-play ability but was maddeningly inconsistent. The Colts are banking on recovery and development, but that's a risky bet.

Predicted Week 1 Starter 2026: Daniel Jones (if healthy), Anthony Richardson (if not)

Stay tuned for the full list—and don't forget to gear up for the season with the right apparel for your team's QB, no matter how shaky the depth chart looks.