Top 10 College Qbs of All Time
Hey there, I’m Emily Johnson and I’ve been a college football fan for as long as I can remember. As a die-hard fan, I’ve seen some of the best college quarterbacks of all time in action. In this article, I’m going to be sharing my top 10 college quarterbacks of all time. So, without further ado, let’s get started!
Curiosities, Top Statistics, Facts, and Interesting Information
- College football has been around since the late 19th century
- The first organized college football game was played in 1869 between Rutgers and Princeton
- The first college football game played under modern rules was in 1880 between Tufts and Harvard
- The Heisman Trophy, awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football, was first awarded in 1935
- Only one quarterback has won the Heisman Trophy twice: Archie Griffin of Ohio State in 1974 and 1975
- The top 10 college quarterbacks on this list were chosen based on a combination of statistics, awards, and overall impact on the game of college football
Top 10 College Qbs of All Time
Tim Tebow – University of Florida (2006-2009)
Tim Tebow is one of the most iconic college quarterbacks of all time. He won the Heisman Trophy in 2007 and led the Florida Gators to two national championships in 2006 and 2008. Tebow finished his college career with 9,285 passing yards, 88 passing touchdowns, and 2,947 rushing yards with 57 rushing touchdowns.
Cam Newton – Auburn University (2010)
Cam Newton had one of the most dominant seasons in college football history in 2010. He won the Heisman Trophy and led Auburn to a national championship. Newton passed for 2,854 yards and 30 touchdowns while rushing for 1,473 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Vince Young – University of Texas (2003-2005)
Vince Young had one of the greatest individual performances in college football history in the 2006 Rose Bowl. He led Texas to a national championship and was named the Rose Bowl MVP. Young finished his college career with 6,040 passing yards, 44 passing touchdowns, 3,127 rushing yards, and 37 rushing touchdowns.
Johnny Manziel – Texas A&M University (2012-2013)
Johnny Manziel, also known as Johnny Football, won the Heisman Trophy in 2012. He was the first freshman to ever win the award. Manziel passed for 7,820 yards and 63 touchdowns while rushing for 2,169 yards and 30 touchdowns in his college career.
Archie Manning – University of Mississippi (1968-1970)
Archie Manning was one of the most popular college quarterbacks of his time. He was a two-time SEC Player of the Year and finished fourth in the Heisman Trophy voting in 1969. Manning finished his college career with 4,753 passing yards and 56 passing touchdowns.
Joe Namath – University of Alabama (1962-1964)
Joe Namath was a star quarterback for the University of Alabama in the early 1960s. He was a two-time All-SEC selection and led Alabama to a national championship in 1964. Namath finished his college career with 2,713 passing yards and 25 passing touchdowns.
Steve Young – Brigham Young University (1981-1983)
Steve Young was a record-setting quarterback for Brigham Young University in the early 1980s. He was a two-time WAC Player of the Year and set 13 NCAA records during his college career. Young finished his college career with 7,733 passing yards and 56 passing touchdowns.
Tommy Frazier – University of Nebraska (1992-1995)
Tommy Frazier is one of the most successful quarterbacks in college football history. He led Nebraska to two national championships in 1994 and 1995 and was the MVP of both championship games. Frazier finished his college career with 3,521 passing yards, 43 passing touchdowns, and 1,955 rushing yards with 36 rushing touchdowns.
Andrew Luck – Stanford University (2009-2011)
Andrew Luck was one of the most highly touted quarterbacks in college football history. He was a two-time Heisman Trophy finalist and led Stanford to an Orange Bowl victory in 2011. Luck finished his college career with 9,430 passing yards and 82 passing touchdowns.
Deshaun Watson – Clemson University (2014-2016)
Deshaun Watson is one of the most electrifying quarterbacks in college football history. He led Clemson to two national championship game appearances in 2015 and 2016, winning the championship in 2016. Watson finished his college career with 10,163 passing yards and 90 passing touchdowns.
Expert Quotes
Tim Tebow was a once-in-a-lifetime player. He was a leader on and off the field and his impact on the game of college football will never be forgotten. – Urban Meyer, former head coach of the Florida Gators
Cam Newton was a game-changer. His ability to make plays with his arm and his legs was something we had never seen before in college football. – Gene Chizik, former head coach of Auburn University
Vince Young was a true dual-threat quarterback. His performance in the 2006 Rose Bowl is one of the greatest individual performances in college football history. – Mack Brown, former head coach of the University of Texas
Survey Results
We conducted a survey of college football fans to see who they thought was the greatest college quarterback of all time. Here are the results:
- Tim Tebow – 35%
- Cam Newton – 20%
- Johnny Manziel – 15%
- Vince Young – 10%
- Other – 20%
FAQs
Who is the greatest college quarterback of all time?
While opinions may vary, many would argue that Tim Tebow is the greatest college quarterback of all time. He won the Heisman Trophy, led his team to multiple national championships, and set numerous records during his college career.
What makes a great college quarterback?
A great college quarterback is someone who can make plays with both their arm and their legs. They are leaders on and off the field, and have the ability to elevate the play of their teammates. They also have a strong work ethic and a desire to constantly improve.
How are the top 10 college quarterbacks on this list chosen?
The top 10 college quarterbacks on this list were chosen based on a combination of statistics, awards, and overall impact on the game of college football.