Best Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks of All-Time

Best Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks of All-Time is one of those rankings where the top three could each headline a completely different argument.

Aaron Rodgers has the best peak and the cleanest efficiency case. Brett Favre has the franchise-revival story, the ironman run and the Packers passing yards record. Bart Starr has the championship résumé that still feels almost impossible to match. Then the list stretches back into Green Bay’s early history with Arnie Herber, Cecil Isbell and Red Dunn, while Jordan Love is already building the next chapter.

This ranking is based on Packers-only impact. Favre’s Vikings and Jets years do not help his case here. Rodgers’ post-Packers career does not count. This is about what each quarterback did in Green Bay, how much he shaped the franchise, and where he fits in Packers quarterback history.

For the full franchise picture, visit the Green Bay Packers all-time leaders and player rankings hub. For the broader league-wide debate, check out our best NFL quarterbacks of all-time ranking.

Last updated: July 2026. Jordan Love remains active, so his stats and final placement can still change.

How We Ranked the Best Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks

This is not a full-career quarterback ranking. It is a Packers-only ranking. The question is not “who had the best NFL career?” The question is “who gave Green Bay the most value at quarterback?”

The biggest factors are Packers production, championships, MVP-level seasons, playoff impact, longevity, franchise records, leadership, era context and how strongly each quarterback shaped the identity of the team.

That matters because Green Bay’s quarterback history is not simple. Bart Starr played in a lower-volume passing era but won five NFL championships. Brett Favre threw for more Packers yards than anyone and brought the franchise back to national power status. Aaron Rodgers owns the franchise passing touchdown record and had the most efficient peak of the group.

For stat-driven context, the Green Bay Packers all-time passing yards leaders and Packers all-time passing touchdown leaders pages help explain why this debate is so tight.

Rodgers vs. Favre vs. Starr: Why This Debate Is So Close

The Packers quarterback debate really comes down to what type of greatness you value most.

If you want the best pure quarterback at his peak, the answer is Aaron Rodgers. The arm talent, ball security, MVP seasons and touchdown-to-interception control make his case extremely hard to beat.

If you want the quarterback who changed the direction of the franchise, Brett Favre has the argument. Green Bay had been wandering for years before Favre arrived. Once he took over, the Packers became must-watch football again.

If you want the ultimate championship quarterback, Bart Starr has the strongest case. Starr did not play in a modern stat environment, but five NFL championships and two Super Bowl MVPs are impossible to wave away.

That is why this ranking does not just follow passing yards or ring count. It balances the full Packers case.

10. Red Dunn

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1927–1931 with Green Bay, three NFL championships, early Packers quarterback leader, credited in historical sources with 4,641 passing yards and 29 touchdown passes in the pre-modern statistical era.

Red Dunn closes the top 10 because he was one of the first major quarterbacks in Packers history. His career came long before passing stats looked anything like they do now, so judging him by modern numbers would miss the point.

Dunn quarterbacked Green Bay during the franchise’s first championship era. From 1929 through 1931, the Packers won three straight NFL titles, and Dunn was part of the foundation that made Green Bay more than just another early pro football team.

Modern fans are naturally going to know Rodgers, Favre and Starr first. Still, Dunn belongs here because he helped establish the Packers quarterback tradition before the modern passing game even existed.

9. Don Majkowski

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1987–1992 with Green Bay, 10,870 passing yards, 56 passing touchdowns, 1989 Pro Bowl selection.

Don Majkowski ranks ninth because his best season gave Green Bay life during a rough stretch of franchise history. Before Favre changed everything, Majkowski gave Packers fans a reason to believe the offense could be exciting again.

His 1989 season is the reason he is on this list. “The Majik Man” threw for more than 4,000 yards, made the Pro Bowl and helped turn the Packers into one of the NFL’s surprise stories.

The run did not last long enough for him to climb higher. Injuries and inconsistency got in the way. But for a short window, Majkowski mattered a lot in Green Bay, and his peak was good enough to earn a top-10 spot.

8. Lynn Dickey

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1976–1985 with Green Bay, 21,369 passing yards, 133 passing touchdowns, 1983 NFL passing yards and passing touchdowns leader.

Lynn Dickey ranks eighth because he was one of the best Packers quarterbacks between the Lombardi era and the Favre era. The team success was not always there, but the passing ability absolutely was.

Dickey had a big arm and was willing to attack downfield. His 1983 season was the peak, when he led the NFL in passing yards and passing touchdowns. That is still one of the strongest individual passing seasons by any Packers quarterback outside the Rodgers and Favre eras.

He is not higher because Green Bay did not win enough around him. But in terms of pure production, Dickey is one of the most important quarterbacks in Packers history.

7. Cecil Isbell

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1938–1942 with Green Bay, 5,945 passing yards, 61 passing touchdowns, 1939 NFL champion, early passing-game innovator.

Cecil Isbell ranks seventh because his peak was short but historically important. He played only five NFL seasons, but he packed a lot into them.

Isbell’s partnership with Don Hutson was one of pro football’s first great quarterback-receiver combinations. That matters because the Packers were not just winning games. They were helping push the passing game forward.

The short career keeps him from ranking above the bigger-volume names. Had Isbell played longer, he could have a real case to sit higher. As it stands, his peak and impact still make him a clear top-10 Packers quarterback.

6. Tobin Rote

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1950–1956 with Green Bay, 11,535 passing yards, 89 passing touchdowns and major rushing value during a difficult Packers era.

Tobin Rote ranks sixth because he gave Green Bay strong individual quarterback play during one of the franchise’s tougher periods. The record around him was not always pretty, but Rote himself was talented, tough and productive.

He was also more than a passer. Rote could run, create outside structure and score with his legs, which made him a rare dual-threat quarterback for his era.

The lack of team success keeps him below the top five. Still, his combination of passing production and rushing value makes him one of the more underrated names in Packers quarterback history.

5. Jordan Love

Packers Stats & Accolades: 2020–present with Green Bay, 11,535 passing yards, 83 passing touchdowns through the 2025 season and current Packers franchise quarterback.

Jordan Love ranks fifth because he has already done enough to become the next major name in Green Bay’s quarterback line. In a franchise that went from Favre to Rodgers, that is not a casual compliment.

Love has shown arm talent, poise and real growth as the starter. Through the 2025 season, he sits in the same Packers passing-yardage range as Tobin Rote while already owning more passing touchdowns.

The reason he is not higher is simple: the top four have MVPs, championships, Hall of Fame résumés or deeper historical weight. Love has the talent to climb, but he still needs longevity and postseason success before he can challenge the legends above him.

For now, he is the active name to watch on this list. If Love keeps stacking seasons, his spot in the Packers all-time leaders and rankings hub is going to keep moving.

4. Arnie Herber

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1930–1940 with Green Bay, 6,749 passing yards, 66 passing touchdowns, four NFL championships, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback.

Arnie Herber ranks fourth because he was one of the NFL’s first truly important passers. In an era where many teams still treated the forward pass like a side dish, Herber helped make it a real weapon.

His connection with Don Hutson gave Green Bay one of football’s earliest great passing attacks. The numbers are obviously small compared with modern quarterbacks, but relative to the era, Herber was a major force.

The championship résumé matters too. Four NFL titles, a Hall of Fame spot and a role in building the Packers’ offensive identity make Herber much more than an old name on a history chart.

3. Bart Starr

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1956–1971 with Green Bay, 24,718 passing yards, 152 passing touchdowns, five NFL championships, two Super Bowl wins, Super Bowl I and II MVP.

Bart Starr ranks third, and this is the first spot where the debate gets uncomfortable. If you rank Packers quarterbacks by championships, Starr is No. 1.

He was the perfect quarterback for Vince Lombardi’s teams: accurate, calm, smart and trusted when the game tightened. Starr did not need to throw for 4,500 yards to control a season. His value came from command, timing and postseason execution.

The reason he sits behind Rodgers and Favre is regular-season volume and individual passing peak. But Starr’s championship case is legendary. Five NFL championships and two Super Bowl MVPs make him one of the greatest players in Green Bay Packers history, not just one of the franchise’s best quarterbacks.

2. Brett Favre

Packers Stats & Accolades: 1992–2007 with Green Bay, 61,655 passing yards, 442 passing touchdowns, three straight NFL MVP awards, one Super Bowl win, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback.

Brett Favre ranks second because he changed the direction of the Packers franchise. Before Favre, Green Bay had gone through decades of inconsistent quarterback play and limited national relevance. With Favre, the Packers became a power again.

Favre brought toughness, energy and chaos in the best possible way. He played every week, attacked defenses, made throws most quarterbacks would never try and gave the franchise a swagger it had been missing since the Lombardi years.

He remains the Packers all-time passing yards leader, and his three straight MVP awards from 1995 to 1997 are one of the greatest individual runs by any quarterback.

Favre has a real No. 1 argument. He revived the franchise, won a Super Bowl and became one of the most beloved players in team history. He lands just behind Rodgers here because Rodgers was more efficient, threw fewer interceptions and finished with the stronger Packers passing touchdown record.

1. Aaron Rodgers

Packers Stats & Accolades: 2005–2022 with Green Bay, 59,055 passing yards, franchise-record 475 passing touchdowns, four NFL MVP awards, one Super Bowl win, Super Bowl XLV MVP.

Aaron Rodgers is the best Green Bay Packers quarterback of all-time. The arguments for Brett Favre and Bart Starr are strong, but Rodgers has the best total blend of peak, efficiency, awards, production and franchise records.

At his best, Rodgers was one of the most efficient quarterbacks the league has ever seen. He protected the ball, created explosives, extended plays with mobility and turned difficult throws into routine answers.

His 475 passing touchdowns are the most in Packers history, and his four MVP awards give him the strongest individual peak case of any Green Bay quarterback. The Super Bowl XLV run gave him the championship piece too.

Favre has the yardage record. Starr has the championship record. Rodgers has the best overall quarterback case. That is why he gets the No. 1 spot on this list.

Full Ranking Table: Best Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks of All-Time

Note: This table is a recap of the full ranking. Older pre-modern passing numbers can vary by source, especially for Red Dunn, but the table reflects the best available Packers-only historical context.

Honorable Mentions

A few other Packers quarterbacks deserve mention even though they did not crack the top 10. Zeke Bratkowski was a valuable backup during the Lombardi years. Irv Comp had an important 1940s run. Randy Wright, Scott Hunter, Matt Flynn and Matt Hasselbeck all have pieces of Packers history attached to them, even if their Green Bay résumés are not strong enough to pass the names above.

That is what makes this franchise different. Many teams struggle to find five meaningful quarterbacks. Green Bay has a real debate after the top 10.

FAQ: Best Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks of All-Time

Who is the best Green Bay Packers quarterback of all-time?

Aaron Rodgers is ranked as the best Green Bay Packers quarterback of all-time because of his elite efficiency, four MVP awards, franchise-record 475 passing touchdowns and Super Bowl XLV championship.

Why is Aaron Rodgers ranked above Brett Favre?

Aaron Rodgers is ranked above Brett Favre because Rodgers had the stronger efficiency case, more MVP awards and the Packers franchise record for passing touchdowns. Favre has the passing yardage lead and a strong No. 1 argument, but Rodgers gets the slight overall edge.

Why is Bart Starr only ranked No. 3?

Bart Starr ranks No. 3 because Rodgers and Favre have stronger modern passing production and individual peak cases. Starr still has the best championship résumé among Packers quarterbacks, with five NFL championships and two Super Bowl wins.

Where does Jordan Love rank among Packers quarterbacks?

Jordan Love ranks No. 5 on this list. His career is still active, but his early production already puts him among the most important quarterbacks in Packers history.

Who has the most passing yards in Packers history?

Brett Favre has the most passing yards in Packers history with 61,655 passing yards.

Who has the most passing touchdowns in Packers history?

Aaron Rodgers has the most passing touchdowns in Packers history with 475 passing TDs.

Does Aaron Rodgers’ post-Packers career count in this ranking?

No. This is a Packers-only ranking. Rodgers’ post-Packers career does not add to his Green Bay case.

Does Brett Favre’s Vikings or Jets career count in this ranking?

No. Favre’s Jets and Vikings seasons are part of his full NFL career, but this ranking only counts his years with the Green Bay Packers.

Conclusion: Ranking the Greatest Packers Quarterbacks Ever

The best Green Bay Packers quarterbacks of all-time ranking starts with Aaron Rodgers because his peak, efficiency, MVP awards, franchise touchdown record and Super Bowl title give him the strongest overall case.

Brett Favre is right behind him. Favre brought Green Bay back to NFL power status, won three straight MVP awards and remains the franchise passing yards leader. Bart Starr has the championship case that will always keep him near the top.

The rest of the list shows how deep Green Bay’s quarterback history really is. Arnie Herber and Cecil Isbell helped build the franchise’s early passing identity. Red Dunn connects the list to the Packers’ first championship era. Lynn Dickey, Tobin Rote and Don Majkowski carried important stretches before the modern run took over.

Jordan Love is the active name to watch. He is already fifth here, and if he adds more playoff success, this ranking could change quickly. That is the wild thing about Green Bay: the quarterback line never really stops.

More Packers and NFL Rankings

For the full franchise picture beyond quarterbacks, start with the Green Bay Packers all-time leaders and player rankings hub and our best Green Bay Packers players of all-time ranking.

You can also read the Packers stat lists for Green Bay Packers all-time passing yards leaders, Green Bay Packers all-time passing touchdown leaders, Green Bay Packers all-time rushing yards leaders and Green Bay Packers all-time receiving yards leaders.

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