Upgrade/Downgrade: Ranking projected 2026 NFL Week 1 QB changes

Change is coming. Barring any last-minute surprises, nine NFL teams will have a different Week 1 starting quarterback from 2025. Below, we examine the changes, rank them from worst to best and ultimately decide whether each is an upgrade or downgrade.

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