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Eli Manning makes a move in the latest QB rankings
A Manning is making news in the latest Scouts Inc. playoff QB rankings, but this time, it's not Peyton.
Originally Published: January 8, 2008
By Scouts Inc.
A Manning is making news in the latest Scouts Inc. playoff quarterback rankings, but it's Eli, not Peyton, who has people talking after his impressive outing in the Giants' wild-card win.
Tom Brady is having a season that might never be duplicated. He's been virtually unstoppable in a passing game that features four- and five-wide receiver sets, empty backfield sets, shotgun formations and the most innovative play calling of any team in the NFL. He leads the league in touchdowns and completion percentage, and his quarterback rating is off the charts. He has the best deep ball in the league, can read his progressions and is "Peyton-like" in his decision-making.
Tom Brady is having a season that might never be duplicated. He's been virtually unstoppable in a passing game that features four- and five-wide receiver sets, empty backfield sets, shotgun formations and the most innovative play calling of any team in the NFL. He leads the league in touchdowns and completion percentage, and his quarterback rating is off the charts. He has the best deep ball in the league, can read his progressions and is "Peyton-like" in his decision-making.
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Updated Playoff Rankings![]()
With the playoff field down to eight, Scouts Inc. went back and once again ranked the field by position.
• Overall Rankings
• Quarterbacks
• Running backs
• Receivers
• Offensive line
• Defensive line
• Linebackers
• Defensive backs
• Special teams
• Coaching
Initial Playoff Rankings![]()
Before the playoffs started, here's how Scouts Inc. ranked the field by position.
• Overall Rankings
• Quarterbacks
• Running backs
• Receivers
• Offensive line
• Defensive line
• Linebackers
• Defensive backs
• Special teams
• Coaching
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