NEWSLETTER
Fantasy Football Expert Justin Edwards looks at the initial Fantasy Football QB rankings and projections for 2023.
“We have a few surprises that sit atop the list. Though the rankings will shift throughout the Summer months, it’s important to keep an eye on fluctuating average draft positions (ADPs) to keep a leg-up on your league mates!”
2023 Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings
*As always, the projections and rankings are courtesy of 4for4’s half-point QB PPR rankings!
| # | Player | Team |
| 1 | Jalen Hurts | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 2 | Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills |
| 3 | Patrick Mahomes | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 4 | Lamar Jackson | Baltimore Ravens |
| 5 | Joe Burrow | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 6 | Justin Fields | Chicago Bears |
| 7 | Trevor Lawrence | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 8 | Justin Herbert | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 9 | Daniel Jones | New York Giants |
| 10 | Geno Smith | Seattle Seahawks |
*Get the Full 2023 QB Draft Rankings
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What Stands Out:
The Seattle Seahawks are further insulating Geno Smith to duplicate his breakout 2022 season.
Analysis:
The 2023 QB rankings should reflect another top-tier performance from the ultra-accurate Geno Smith as he attempts to match the lofty passing yards and passing touchdown totals he put forward last season.
Geno Smith is Set Up for back-to-back successful fantasy seasons
With the 20th overall pick of the NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks acquired Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The rookie mostly landed at no. 1 on consensus rankings of college WRs before the draft. Smith-Njigba can do it all as a playmaker, likely playing out of the slot between two already-established wideouts at the next level.
Though the three might make a logjam of targets between DK Metcalf, Tyler Locket, and JSN, this is nothing but good news for quarterback Geno Smith.
Smith has three rock-solid wide receivers, two talented up-and-coming offensive tackles, and the backing of his coach and front office.
Geno Smith finished the 2022 season ranked as the QB5 in fantasy football. Much of that had to do with how other-worldly accurate he was, finishing the season with a league-leading 5.4% completion percentage over expectation, according to 4for4’s Player Stat Explorer.
Even if we expect some regression while setting our rankings for 2023, we can easily pencil in Smith for another top-10 result from the fantasy QB.
Who is Geno Smith?
Geno Smith is a quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League. He played college football at West Virginia, leading the Mountaineers to multiple bowl games, breaking numerous passing records, and garnering multiple awards before getting drafted by the New York Jets in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Smith is entering his second season with the Seahawks after winning NFL Comeback Player of the Year last season.
Why is Geno Smith a top-10 fantasy quarterback?
Geno Smith had a breakout in 2022, throwing for 4,282 yards and 20 touchdowns, leading the NFL in completion percentage (69.8%). He also led the Seahawks to a 12-5 record and a playoff berth. Smith is the unquestioned starter on a team with three exceptional wide receivers.
Are there any other quarterbacks to look out for in the 2023 fantasy drafts?
In the 2023 fantasy drafts, other quarterbacks to watch out for are Josh Allen, Jalen Hurts, Lamar Jackson, C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and Bryce Young.
How often are fantasy football QB rankings updated?
Fantasy football rankings are updated frequently during the offseason and leading up to the start of the regular season. It’s important to check for the latest updates to make informed decisions.
