Ravens' Tyler Huntley Ranked 42nd Among QBs for 2025 Season

The backup quarterback impressed in limited action, setting himself up for a return in 2026.

Feb. 18, 2026 at 8:07pm

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According to an NFL.com ranking, Baltimore Ravens backup quarterback Tyler Huntley landed at No. 42 among all quarterbacks who started a game last season. Huntley played a key role in keeping the Ravens' season afloat in 2025 when starter Lamar Jackson missed multiple games due to injuries. Despite being initially cut by the Cleveland Browns, Huntley made the most of his opportunities in Baltimore and is positioning himself for a return in 2026.

Why it matters

Huntley's strong performance as the Ravens' backup quarterback in 2025 demonstrates his value to the team and his potential to be a starting-caliber QB in the NFL. His ranking among the league's quarterbacks suggests he could be in line for an increased role, either in Baltimore or elsewhere, in the coming seasons.

The details

Huntley replaced Cooper Rush against the Rams in 2025, going 10-of-15 for 68 yards passing and 23 yards rushing. Overall, Huntley maximized his opportunities, going 52-of-67 for 426 yards and two touchdowns across five appearances. He won both of his starts, including a crucial Week 17 game at Lambeau Field, proving his experience in Baltimore was beneficial to the Ravens.

  • Huntley was cut by the Cleveland Browns in August 2025 and joined the Ravens' practice squad.
  • Huntley replaced Cooper Rush against the Rams in the 2025 season.
  • Huntley went 52-of-67 for 426 yards and two touchdowns across five appearances in the 2025 season.

The players

Tyler Huntley

The Baltimore Ravens' backup quarterback who impressed in limited action in 2025, positioning himself for a return in 2026.

Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens' starting quarterback who missed multiple games due to injuries in 2025.

Cooper Rush

The Baltimore Ravens' new backup quarterback who was initially turned to when Lamar Jackson went down with a hamstring injury in 2025.

Jesse Minter

The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, hired after an 8-9 season in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“Tyler Huntley should have been the backup to Lamar Jackson all along. He won both of his starts -- including a crucial Week 17 game at Lambeau Field -- and proved his experience in Baltimore was beneficial to the Ravens. We'll see if new coach Jesse Minter thinks similarly.”

— Nick Shook, NFL.com writer

What’s next

The Ravens will have to decide if they want to keep Huntley as the backup quarterback or potentially look to trade him to a team in need of a starting-caliber QB.

The takeaway

Tyler Huntley's strong performance as the Ravens' backup quarterback in 2025 has earned him recognition as a top-tier QB prospect, and he could be in line for an increased role, either in Baltimore or elsewhere, in the coming seasons.