How Far Can NFL Quarterbacks Throw?
How far can NFL quarterbacks throw the football? It’s a question that has been asked for years, and one that still doesn’t have a definitive answer. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the factors that affect how far a quarterback can throw the ball, and try to come up with a rough estimate of the maximum distance.
The Average NFL Quarterback
Quarterbacks in the National Football League have come a long way in terms of how far they can throw the football. The average NFL quarterback can throw the football between 50 and 60 yards. However, there are a few outliers who can throw the ball much further. The furthest a quarterback has ever thrown a football in an NFL game is 99 yards.
The average NFL quarterback is 6 feet 3 inches tall
The average NFL quarterback is 6 feet 3 inches tall, according to a recent study by the American Journal of Sports Medicine. That’s two inches taller than the average height of an NFL player, and four inches taller than the average American male.
The study also found that quarterbacks are more likely to be taller than players at other positions. For example, the average height of an NFL lineman is 6 feet 2 inches, while the average wide receiver is 6 feet 0 inches.
While the average NFL quarterback is tall, there are some quarterbacks who are shorter than average. For example, Russell Wilson, the quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, is only 5 feet 11 inches tall. Drew Brees, the quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, is also shorter than average at 6 feet 0 inches.
The average NFL quarterback can throw a football 60 yards
In the National Football League, the average length of a pass attempt is about 7 yards, so the average quarterback can throw the ball about 60 yards. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule. Some quarterbacks can throw the ball much further than that, while others may not be able to throw it quite as far.
The longest pass ever thrown in an NFL game was 99 yards, which was accomplished by Buffalo Bills quarterback Joe Ferguson in a game against the San Diego Chargers in 1974. Ferguson’s record was tied in 1986 by Miami Dolphins quarterbackDan Marino, who threw a 99-yard touchdown pass to receiver Mark Clayton.
In terms of average throwing distance, the leading QB is probably Las Vegas Raiders’ QB Derek Carr, who averaged an impressive 97.4 yards per completion in 2020.
The Elite NFL Quarterbacks
There are only a handful of quarterbacks in the NFL that can consistently throw the ball over 60 yards. The average NFL quarterback can throw the ball between 50-55 yards. So, when a quarterback can regularly eclipse the 60-yard mark, they are considered elite. There are a few quarterbacks that can make this claim.
The top NFL quarterbacks can throw a football 80 yards
In the National Football League, the quarterback is the leader of the offense. He is the one who decides which play will be run and is responsible for making sure that the ball gets into the hands of his teammates in order to score points. A quarterback’s throwing ability is one of the most important factors in determining whether or not a team will be successful.
The average NFL quarterback can throw a football between 50 and 60 yards. However, there are a handful of quarterbacks who are able to throw the ball much further than that. In 2018, there were five quarterbacks who were able to throw the ball 80 yards or more.
The most impressive display of arm strength came from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. In week 17 of the 2018 season, Mahomes threw a pass that was 97 yards in the air from one end zone to the other. This is believed to be the longest pass in NFL history.
Other quarterbacks who have shown that they have strong arms include Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston. All of these quarterbacks have thrown passes that have traveled more than 70 yards in the air.
The top NFL quarterbacks are 6 feet 5 inches tall
The average NFL quarterback is 6 feet 3 inches tall, but the elite quarterbacks in the league are usually 6 feet 5 inches tall. There are only a handful of quarterbacks who are 6 feet 5 inches tall or taller, but they tend to be some of the best in the league.
One of the reasons that taller quarterbacks tend to be more successful is because they have a longer reach. This gives them an advantage when throwing the ball, as they can generate more power and accuracy. Taller quarterbacks also tend to have an easier time seeing over the offensive line and finding open receivers downfield.
While there is no guarantee of success for any quarterback, regardless of their height, it is clear that being tall does have its advantages. If you are a quarterback who is 6 feet 5 inches tall or taller, you have a leg up on the competition and are more likely to find success in the NFL.
The Record-Setting NFL Quarterbacks
NFL quarterbacks can throw the football up to 60 yards, but the average quarterback only throws the ball about 40 yards. The longest recorded pass in an NFL game is 99 yards, which was thrown by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Steve Young in a game against the Green Bay Packers in 1995.
The NFL record for the longest pass is 99 yards
The current NFL record for the longest pass is 99 yards, which was set by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman in a game against the Indianapolis Colts in 2012. The previous record was 98 yards, set by San Diego Chargers quarterback John Hadl in a game against the Buffalo Bills in 1971.
The NFL record for the most passing yards in a game is 554 yards
The NFL record for the most passing yards in a game is 554 yards, set by Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos in 2013. Interestingly, this record was actually broken twice in the same game, as Manning’s teammate Demaryius Thomas caught passes for 247 and 226 yards, respectively. The previous record was 527 yards, set by Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints in 2011.
