Most Career Passing Yards by a Jacksonville Jaguars Player
The Jacksonville Jaguars have featured a mix of gritty veterans, dual-threat playmakers, and underrated passers throughout their young franchise history. From playoff runs in the ’90s to recent rebuilding years, here are the quarterbacks who left the biggest marks.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Quinn Gray – 1,252 Yards
Though mostly a backup, Gray made several starts in the mid-2000s and performed admirably when called upon.
9. Mac Jones – 1,672 Yards
Jones appears to have found a new opportunity with the Jaguars after time with the Patriots. His future in Jacksonville remains a storyline to watch.
8. Blaine Gabbert – 4,357 Yards
The 2011 first-round pick never quite found his footing in Jacksonville but still ranks in the top 10.
7. Gardner Minshew – 5,530 Yards
With his iconic mustache and fearless play, Minshew became a fan favorite during a tough rebuild.
6. Chad Henne – 5,817 Yards
Reliable and experienced, Henne played a solid backup role and stepped up when needed.
5. Byron Leftwich – 9,042 Yards
A former first-round pick, Leftwich started for several years and helped guide the Jags to playoff contention.
4. Trevor Lawrence – 13,815 Yards
The No. 1 pick in 2021, Lawrence is climbing fast and is poised to lead the franchise into a new era.
3. David Garrard – 16,003 Yards
Known for his dual-threat ability, Garrard led Jacksonville to the playoffs and delivered efficient play.
2. Blake Bortles – 17,646 Yards
Despite his flaws, Bortles guided the Jags to an AFC title game and still ranks second in yardage.
1. Mark Brunell – 25,698 Yards
The original face of the franchise, Brunell led the team to playoff runs and still tops the Jaguars record books.
Ranking the 10 best career passing yard leaders in Jacksonville Jaguars history
Top 50 Career Passing Performances in Jaguars History
This list showcases every quarterback to surpass 8 career passing yards in a Jaguars uniform — from household names to one-game wonders.
| Rank | Player Name | Passing Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark Brunell | 25698 |
| 2 | Blake Bortles | 17646 |
| 3 | David Garrard | 16003 |
| 4 | Trevor Lawrence | 13815 |
| 5 | Byron Leftwich | 9042 |
| 6 | Chad Henne | 5817 |
| 7 | Gardner Minshew II | 5530 |
| 8 | Blaine Gabbert | 4357 |
| 9 | Mac Jones | 1672 |
| 10 | Quinn Gray | 1252 |
| 11 | Mike Glennon | 1072 |
| 12 | Steve Beuerlein | 952 |
| 13 | Jonathan Quinn | 748 |
| 14 | Nick Foles | 736 |
| 15 | Cody Kessler | 709 |
| 16 | Jamie Martin | 662 |
| 17 | Jay Fiedler | 656 |
| 18 | Jake Luton | 624 |
| 19 | Luke McCown | 418 |
| 20 | C.J. Beathard | 417 |
| 21 | Rob Johnson | 368 |
| 22 | Trent Edwards | 280 |
| 23 | Steve Matthews | 275 |
| 24 | Todd Bouman | 222 |
| 25 | Logan Cooke | 33 |
| 26 | Cecil Shorts | 32 |
| 27 | LaBrandon Toefield | 32 |
| 28 | Brad Nortman | 29 |
| 29 | Bryan Barker | 22 |
| 30 | Ace Sanders | 21 |
| 31 | Marqise Lee | 20 |
| 32 | Bryan Anger | 19 |
| 33 | Matt Jones | 12 |
| 34 | Maurice Jones-Drew | 8 |
The Jaguars’ quarterback legacy is still growing. Mark Brunell may sit atop the list for now, but Trevor Lawrence is charging ahead with the potential to become the most iconic player in franchise history. From underdogs like Minshew to playoff heroes like Bortles, Jacksonville’s QB story continues to evolve.
FAQ SECTION
Who has the most career passing yards for the Jaguars?
Mark Brunell leads with 25,698 passing yards.
Is Trevor Lawrence already in the top 5?
Yes — Lawrence is currently fourth and rising rapidly.
Did Blake Bortles really lead the Jaguars to the AFC Championship?
Yes — he guided Jacksonville to the AFC title game in 2017.
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