Most Career Passing Yards by a New York Giants Player
The New York Giants boast one of the deepest and most tradition-rich quarterback histories in football. From early pioneers like Charlie Conerly to modern ironmen like Eli Manning, Big Blue has seen it all — gritty field generals, Super Bowl MVPs, and Hall of Fame legends. This list ranks the top 10 quarterbacks in franchise history by total career passing yards.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Craig Morton – 5,734 Yards
Morton spent just three seasons in New York but still made an impact, throwing for over 5,700 yards after a long run in Dallas and Denver.
9. Scott Brunner – 6,121 Yards
Brunner was a steady hand in the early 1980s and helped stabilize the position during a period of transition for the Giants.
8. Dave Brown – 8,806 Yards
The starter for much of the mid-’90s, Brown totaled nearly 9,000 yards and provided durability during a turbulent stretch.
7. Y.A. Tittle – 10,439 Yards
Though in his twilight years, Tittle produced some of the most explosive seasons in Giants history — including a 36-touchdown MVP campaign in 1963.
6. Fran Tarkenton – 13,905 Yards
Tarkenton’s first stop in New York was electric. He played five seasons with the Giants, throwing for nearly 14,000 yards before returning to Minnesota to cap his Hall of Fame career.
5. Daniel Jones – 14,582 Yards
Jones has already cracked the top five and continues to develop as the team’s franchise quarterback heading into the mid-2020s.
4. Kerry Collins – 16,875 Yards
Collins led the team to a Super Bowl appearance and delivered strong numbers through the air during his time in the early 2000s.
3. Charlie Conerly – 19,488 Yards
A Giants icon, Conerly played 14 seasons, won a championship in 1956, and was a model of consistency in the early NFL era.
2. Phil Simms – 33,462 Yards
Simms brought toughness and reliability, including a Super Bowl XXI MVP performance. He remains second all-time in franchise history.
1. Eli Manning – 57,023 Yards
There’s no debate. Eli is the king of New York quarterbacking — two Super Bowl wins, nearly 60,000 yards, and every major passing record in Giants history.
Ranking the 10 best career passing yard leaders in New York Giants history
Top 50 Career Passing Performances in New York Giants History
This list captures every Giants player with 299+ career passing yards — from Super Bowl champions to one-season wonders who briefly stepped under center in blue.
| Rank | Player Name | Passing Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eli Manning | 57,023 |
| 2 | Phil Simms | 33,462 |
| 3 | Charlie Conerly | 19,488 |
| 4 | Kerry Collins | 16,875 |
| 5 | Daniel Jones | 14,582 |
| 6 | Fran Tarkenton | 13,905 |
| 7 | Y.A. Tittle | 10,439 |
| 8 | Dave Brown | 8,806 |
| 9 | Scott Brunner | 6,121 |
| 10 | Craig Morton | 5,734 |
| 11 | Norm Snead | 4,644 |
| 12 | Jeff Hostetler | 4,409 |
| 13 | Joe Pisarcik | 3,979 |
| 14 | Ed Danowski | 3,817 |
| 15 | Kent Graham | 3,760 |
| 16 | Earl Morrall | 3,732 |
| 17 | Danny Kanell | 3,570 |
| 18 | Gary Wood | 2,513 |
| 19 | Jeff Rutledge | 2,391 |
| 20 | Tuffy Leemans | 2,318 |
| 21 | Kurt Warner | 2,054 |
| 22 | Randy Johnson | 1,986 |
| 23 | Don Heinrich | 1,760 |
| 24 | Paul Governali | 1,741 |
| 25 | George Shaw | 1,696 |
| 26 | Harry Newman | 1,496 |
| 27 | Tyrod Taylor | 1,399 |
| 28 | Tommy DeVito | 1,358 |
| 29 | Arnie Herber | 1,292 |
| 30 | Frank Filchock | 1,262 |
| 31 | Drew Lock | 1,071 |
| 32 | Bob Clatterbuck | 920 |
| 33 | Frank Gifford | 823 |
| 34 | Mike Glennon | 790 |
| 35 | Tom Kennedy | 748 |
| 36 | Eddie Miller | 700 |
| 37 | Jesse Palmer | 562 |
| 38 | Emery Nix | 552 |
| 39 | Marion Pugh | 551 |
| 40 | Jack McBride | 538 |
| 41 | Jerry Golsteyn | 526 |
| 42 | Travis Tidwell | 493 |
| 43 | Colt McCoy | 375 |
| 44 | Junie Hovious | 373 |
| 45 | David Carr | 359 |
| 46 | Len Barnum | 336 |
| 47 | Fred Benners | 320 |
| 48 | Glynn Griffing | 306 |
| 49 | Hank Soar | 305 |
| 50 | Ralph Guglielmi | 299 |
From legends like Y.A. Tittle and Fran Tarkenton to modern icons like Phil Simms and Eli Manning, the New York Giants’ quarterback legacy is filled with leadership, toughness, and championship moments. Daniel Jones is next in line, aiming to etch his name alongside the franchise’s best.
FAQ Section
Who has the most passing yards in Giants history?
Eli Manning leads all Giants quarterbacks with 57,023 career passing yards.
Is Daniel Jones in the top 10?
Yes — Jones ranks 5th all-time and is still active with the potential to climb higher.
Did Fran Tarkenton start his career with the Giants?
No — Tarkenton began and ended his career with the Vikings but had a productive five-year stretch with the Giants in between.
Who led the Giants to their first Super Bowl win?
Phil Simms, who ranks second all-time in passing yards for the franchise.
Which Giants QB has the most Super Bowl wins?
Eli Manning, with two Super Bowl victories and two Super Bowl MVPs.
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