Top 10 NFL quarterbacks, receivers and running backs entering Week 8

As the season nears its midpoint, several quarterbacks continue to hold their spots in the Top 10 with strong performances week after week. Many wide receivers are improving steadily as well, and several running back units are beginning to find their rhythm.

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By Richard Tovar

Updated on October 23, 2025 02:35PM EDT

**© Getty Images**Matthew Stafford looks on during the first half vs the Ravens on October 12, 2025 in Baltimore.

Matthew Stafford leads the NFL’s Top 10 quarterbacks by total touchdowns, entering Week 8 with 17. Justin Herbert sits atop the passing yards leaderboard with 1,913 total yards, while Jonathan Taylor continues to dominate the ground game with 697 rushing yards.

Of course, quarterbacks are nothing without their receivers. Heading into Week 8, Jaxon Smith-Njigba ranks No. 1 in receiving yards with 819. He’s been a fantasy football favorite all season, delivering his third straight 120+ yard performance and third consecutive game with a touchdown.

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Amon-Ra St. Brown also stands out this week, recording seven receiving touchdowns for Detroit. His chemistry with Jared Goff has been a major factor, as Goff enters Week 8 tied for first in passer rating (116.4) alongside rookie standout Drake Maye, who’s expected to post at least 15+ fantasy points this week.

The Top 10 Quarterbacks

There are three main lists tracking quarterback leaders: total touchdowns, passer rating, and passing yards, all stats provided by Pro Football Reference. So far, no quarterback has surpassed 20 touchdowns, but Patrick Mahomes appears in two of the three Top 10 tables. That doesn’t mean he’s underperforming; the Chiefs’ defense has simply struggled to close out some early-season games.

#	Passing TD	Total
1.	Matthew Stafford – LAR	17
2.	Dak Prescott – DAL	16
3.	Jared Goff – DET	15
4.	Patrick Mahomes – KAN	14
	Aaron Rodgers – PIT	14
6.	Justin Herbert – LAC	13
	Baker Mayfield – TAM	13
8.	Sam Darnold – SEA	12
	Drake Maye – NWE	12
10.	Josh Allen – BUF	11
	Jalen Hurts – PHI	11
	Bo Nix – DEN	11

#	Passing Yards	Total
1.	Justin Herbert – LAC	1913
2.	Dak Prescott – DAL	1881
3.	Matthew Stafford – LAR	1866
4.	Patrick Mahomes – KAN	1800
5.	Daniel Jones – IND	1790
6.	Baker Mayfield – TAM	1767
7.	Sam Darnold – SEA	1754
8.	Drake Maye – NWE	1744
9.	Jared Goff – DET	1631
10.	Trevor Lawrence – JAX	1620

Dak Prescott and Sam Darnold appear in the top 10 for all three categories, showing strong all-around performance. Maye also stands out, ranking highly in both passing touchdowns and passer rating.

#	Passer Rating	Total
1.	Jared Goff – DET	116.4
	Drake Maye – NWE	116.4
3.	Matthew Stafford – LAR	109.3
4.	Sam Darnold – SEA	109.2
5.	Jalen Hurts – PHI	108.9
6.	Jordan Love – GNB	108.1
7.	Dak Prescott – DAL	107.6
8.	Daniel Jones – IND	105.9
9.	Aaron Rodgers – PIT	105.0
10.	Josh Allen – BUF	103.1

The Top 10 Receivers

Davante Adams has found new life with the Rams, catching six touchdown passes so far this season. He enters Week 8 tied for second in receiving touchdowns alongside Jake Ferguson and George Pickens. However, Adams won’t be in action this week as the Rams head into their bye.

#	Receiving TDs	Total
1.	Amon-Ra St. Brown – DET	7
2.	Davante Adams – LAR	6
	Jake Ferguson – DAL	6
	George Pickens – DAL	6
5.	Ja’Marr Chase – CIN	5
	Emeka Egbuka – TAM	5
	Dallas Goedert – PHI	5
	Quentin Johnston – LAC	5
	Rome Odunze – CHI	5
	Michael Pittman Jr. – IND	5

#	Receiving Yards	Total
1.	Jaxon Smith-Njigba – SEA	819
2.	Ja’Marr Chase – CIN	629
3.	Puka Nacua – LAR	616
4.	George Pickens – DAL	607
5.	Amon-Ra St. Brown – DET	538
6.	Justin Jefferson – MIN	528
7.	Emeka Egbuka – TAM	527
8.	Christian McCaffrey – SFO	516
9.	DeVonta Smith – PHI	504
10.	Drake London – ATL	469
	Courtland Sutton – DEN	469

#	Rushing Yds/Game	Total
1.	Jonathan Taylor – IND	99.6
2.	James Cook – BUF	89.5
3.	Bijan Robinson – ATL	87.3
4.	Javonte Williams – DAL	84.6
5.	Rico Dowdle – CAR	78.7
6.	Quinshon Judkins – CLE	77.8
7.	Jahmyr Gibbs – DET	75.1
8.	J.K. Dobbins – DEN	74.7
9.	Travis Etienne – JAX	73.4
10.	Derrick Henry – BAL	73.2

The Top 10 Running Backs

Jonathan Taylor not only leads all running backs in rushing yards but also tops the league in rushing yards per game, averaging 99.6. James Cook ranks second with 89.5, followed by Bijan Robinson at 87.3. Taylor also leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns with 10 and is projected to top 20 fantasy points in Week 8.

#	Rushing Touchdowns	Total
1.	Jonathan Taylor – IND	10
2.	Josh Jacobs – GNB	8
3.	Jahmyr Gibbs – DET	6
	Javonte Williams – DAL	6
5.	Zach Charbonnet – SEA	5
	James Cook – BUF	5
	Jalen Hurts – PHI	5
	Quinshon Judkins – CLE	5
	Cam Skattebo – NYG	5
10.	Jacory Croskey-Merritt – WAS	4
	J.K. Dobbins – DEN	4
	Derrick Henry – BAL	4

#	Rushing Yards	Total
1.	Jonathan Taylor – IND	697
2.	Javonte Williams – DAL	592
3.	Rico Dowdle – CAR	551
4.	James Cook – BUF	537
5.	Jahmyr Gibbs – DET	526
6.	Bijan Robinson – ATL	524
7.	J.K. Dobbins – DEN	523
8.	Travis Etienne – JAX	514
9.	De’Von Achane – MIA	472
	Kyren Williams – LAR	472

#	Rushing Yds AVG per game	Total
1.	Jonathan Taylor – IND	99.6
2.	James Cook – BUF	89.5
3.	Bijan Robinson – ATL	87.3
4.	Javonte Williams – DAL	84.6
5.	Rico Dowdle – CAR	78.7
6.	Quinshon Judkins – CLE	77.8
7.	Jahmyr Gibbs – DET	75.1
8.	J.K. Dobbins – DEN	74.7
9.	Travis Etienne – JAX	73.4
10.	Derrick Henry – BAL	73.2

Richard Tovar

Richard “Richie” Tovar is a bilingual sports writer with over 13 years of experience in the field. Since joining Bolavip US in 2021, he has focused on covering American sports, with a particular emphasis on the NFL and College Football. Raised in Venezuela, a country passionate about baseball, Richard also dedicates significant attention to MLB coverage each season. His deep connection with and love for American sports shine through his writing, where he frequently showcases his passion for numbers and statistics, enhancing the depth and insightfulness of his articles.