Most Career Passing Yards by a Green Bay Packers Player

From Starr to Rodgers to Love — the Packers’ QB pipeline is truly legendary

by SOG Sports

Most Career Passing Yards by a Green Bay Packers Player

If there’s one thing the Packers know how to do, it’s roll out Hall of Fame quarterbacks. From Bart Starr’s dynasty in the ’60s to the legendary Favre-Rodgers handoff that lasted 30 years, Green Bay’s QB lineage is second to none. Now, with Jordan Love already climbing the charts, a new era may be forming in Titletown.

TOP 10 LIST

10. David Whitehurst – 6,205 Yards
Whitehurst was the team’s starter for much of the late ’70s, bridging the gap between two inconsistent decades. He had flashes, but the offense often struggled around him.

9. Arnie Herber – 6,749 Yards
A true pioneer of the forward pass in the 1930s, Herber helped revolutionize the quarterback position. A Hall of Famer who made the most of the limited passing game of his era.

8. Randy Wright – 7,106 Yards
Wright led the team through tough times in the 1980s. While never a star, he started over 30 games and gave the Packers a steady, if unspectacular, signal-caller.

7. Jordan Love – 8,154 Yards
Still early in his career, Love has already cracked the top 10. With a breakout season under his belt, the Packers believe they may have found their next long-term franchise QB.

6. Don Majkowski – 10,870 Yards
“The Majik Man” lit up 1989 with a Pro Bowl season and nearly led Green Bay to the playoffs. Injuries slowed him down afterward, but that one magical year still lives in Packers lore.

5. Tobin Rote – 11,535 Yards
Rote was a bright spot during some dark seasons in the ’50s. He was a dual-threat who carried the offense and even led the league in TDs once.

4. Lynn Dickey – 21,369 Yards
Dickey threw a beautiful deep ball and led one of the most explosive offenses in the league during the early ’80s. He was underrated nationally but adored in Green Bay.

3. Bart Starr – 24,718 Yards
Don’t let the yardage fool you — Starr is the most decorated quarterback in Packers history. A five-time NFL champion and two-time Super Bowl MVP, he defined clutch before it was cool.

2. Aaron Rodgers – 59,055 Yards
Rodgers combined elite efficiency, intelligence, and jaw-dropping arm talent into one of the most dominant careers of the modern era. A four-time MVP and Super Bowl champ, he’s arguably the most talented QB to ever play.

1. Brett Favre – 61,655 Yards
The Iron Man of the NFL. Favre brought fire, flair, and a never-say-die attitude to Green Bay for 16 unforgettable seasons. He still holds the top spot — but not by much.

Top 10 most career passing yards by a Green Bay Packers player

Ranking the 10 best single-game passing yard performances in Green Bay Packers history


Top 50 Single-Game Passing Performances in Packers History

This chart shows every Packers player to record 300+ passing yards in a single game, including legends like Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers, and Lynn Dickey.

RankPlayer NamePassing Yards
1Brett Favre61655
2Aaron Rodgers59055
3Bart Starr24718
4Lynn Dickey21369
5Tobin Rote11535
6Don Majkowski10870
7Jordan Love8154
8Randy Wright7106
9Arnie Herber6749
10David Whitehurst6205
11Cecil Isbell5945
12Babe Parilli3983
13Irv Comp3354
14John Hadl3167
15Zeke Bratkowski3147
16Scott Hunter2904
17Jack Jacobs2518
18Don Horn2291
19Bob Monnett2227
20Matt Flynn2227
21Brett Hundley1853
22Tony Canadeo1642
23Jerry Tagge1583
24Mike Tomczak1490
25Lamar McHan1322
26Bobby Thomason1306
27Anthony Dilweg1274
28Jug Girard998
29Blair Kiel865
30Jim Zorn794
31Scott Tolzien721
32John Roach653
33Roy McKay592
34Alan Risher564
35Malik Willis550
36Paul Christman545
37Lou Brock519
38Craig Nall402
39Doug Pederson398
40Carlos Brown396
41Hal Van Every394
42Rich Campbell386
43Paul Hornung383
44Jack Concannon381
45Stan Heath355
46Jim Del Gaizo318
47Clarke Hinkle316
48Vince Ferragamo283
49Joe Francis266
50Tom Moore261

For three decades, the Packers didn’t just have good quarterback play — they had historic greatness. Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers raised the bar to impossible heights, but now Jordan Love is already making noise. If he keeps it up, Green Bay may not have to wait long before their next all-time great cracks the top tier.


FAQ SECTION

Who holds the Packers record for most career passing yards?
Brett Favre leads all Packers QBs with 61,655 passing yards.

Is Aaron Rodgers close behind?
Yes — Rodgers threw for 59,055 yards and could take the top spot if not for his departure to New York.

Is Jordan Love already in the top 10?
Yes — Jordan Love ranks 7th with 8,154 yards and is trending upward quickly.

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