The Best Backup QB Of Every NFL Team Ever
Many say the backup QB is the most popular man in town. But in reality, the backup QB is a very important position in the NFL. These are every NFL team's best backup QB ever and of course our Seahawks as well.
Buffalo Bills
Frank Reich for the Bills helped lead the Bills back from a 32 point deficit in a playoff game.
Miami Dolphins
Earl Morrall stepped in and helped the Dolphins win key games during an injury to Bob Griese in their perfect season.
New England Patriots
Jimmy Garoppolo stepped in during Tom Brady's suspension and showed great promise.
New York Jets
Pat Ryan stepped in the Jets 1986 playoff run and won a playoff game.
Dallas Cowboys
Before he was a coach for the Cowboys Jason Garrett was a great backup QB.
New York Giants
Jeff Hostetler stepped in the 1990 playoffs and helped lead the Giants to a Super Bowl.
Philadelphia Eagles
Nick Foles stepped in for a injured Carson Wentz and helped guide the Eagles to a Super Bowl win.
Washington Commanders
Doug Williams was a backup and then stepped into the starting role and won a Super Bowl.
Baltimore Ravens
Tyrod Taylor was a dependable backup for Joe Flacco.
Cincinnati Bengals
Ryan Fitzpatrick showed flashes as a backup leading him to get a starting opportunity on multiple teams.
Cleveland Browns
Kelly Holcomb stepped in for Tim Couch and nearly led the Browns to a playoff win.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Charlie Batch was a reliable backup for the Steelers for a decade.
Chicago Bears
Steve Fuller stepped in the 1985 Bears playoff run and made sure the Bears didn't miss a step.
Detroit Lions
Eric Hipple was a stable backup for the Lions in the 1980s.
Green Bay Packers
I mean I guess Aaron Rodgers counts since he backed up Brett Favre for years before becoming a legend.
Minnesota Vikings
Wade Wilson was a reliable backup before becoming the Vikings starter.
Houston Texans
TJ Yates stepped in for a injured Matt Schaub and helped the Texans win their first ever playoff game.
Indianapolis Colts
Jim Sorgi was Peyton Manning's backup for six seasons.
Jacksonville Jaguars
David Garrad was a backup to Byron Leftwich and eventually became the starter.
Tennessee Titans
Neil O'Donnell was a reliable backup for Steve McNair and the Titans.
Atlanta Falcons
Matt Schaub backed up Michael Vick before becoming a starter later in his career for the Texans.
Carolina Panthers
Derek Anderson was a steady backup behind Cam Newton.
New Orleans Saints
Taysom Hill counts here as a backup QB and a unique offensive weapon.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Steve DeBerg was a veteran presence who was a good backup for the Buccaneers.
Denver Broncos
Gary Kubiak was a longtime backup for John Elway. He later coached the Broncos.
Kansas City Chiefs
Rich Gannon was a backup for the Chiefs before becoming a MVP with the Raiders.
LA Chargers
Billy Volek was a staple at backup QB for the Chargers.
Las Vegas Raiders
At the age of 43 George Blanda was a unique mix of backup QB and kicker.
Arizona Cardinals
Drew Stanton was a reliable backup who went 9-4 as a starter.
LA Rams
Case Keenum played well in his times he came in for relief roles for the Rams.
San Francisco 49ers
Another legend who started on the bench. Steve Young backed up Joe Montana before eventually winning two MVPs.
Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks have had some reliable backups. But none more than Seneca Wallace who backed up Matt Hasselbeck and came in for some huge plays in various roles.