NFL QB and coach combinations ranked in 2026 power list
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Updated · NFL Spin Zone · May 2
NFL QB and coach combinations ranked in 2026 power list
6 articles · Updated · NFL Spin Zone · May 2
Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford top the rankings, ahead of Andy Reid-Patrick Mahomes and Mike Macdonald-Sam Darnold, with the Rams tipped as 2026 Super Bowl favourites.
The list also places Mike Vrabel-Drake Maye fifth after a Super Bowl run, Dan Campbell-Jared Goff sixth, and Kyle Shanahan-Brock Purdy seventh despite San Francisco's recent playoff pedigree.
The rankings weigh recent results, roster strength and coaching stability, highlighting Seattle's title defence, Kansas City's bid to rebound from missing the 2025 playoffs, and Stafford's 2025 MVP form.
Despite missing the 2025 playoffs, the Chiefs are ranked second. Can Mahomes' return truly overcome their deep roster issues?
With their coach on the 'hot seat' after a late-season collapse, can the Lions finally live up to their roster's potential?
After winning a Super Bowl with his fourth team, can Sam Darnold's unlikely journey actually build a Seahawks dynasty?