No position in sports carries the weight of championship success like the quarterback. Tom Brady and Dan Marino exemplify this dichotomy: Brady, with seven Super Bowl victories, is often hailed as the greatest, while Marino remains the greatest quarterback never to win it all. This article ranks the quarterbacks who most need a Super Bowl victory to solidify their legacy.

15. Sam Darnold
Darnold's recent Super Bowl win transformed his career narrative. A second victory would make him only the ninth quarterback to win back-to-back titles, further enhancing his legacy.

14. C.J. Stroud
At 24, Stroud leads the Texans with playoff success but struggles with consistency. A Super Bowl win would silence doubts and solidify his future.

13. Brock Purdy
After leading the 49ers to an NFC title, Purdy needs a championship to end San Francisco's 32-year drought and elevate his status.

12. Matthew Stafford
With a Super Bowl and MVP already, another win could secure Stafford's Hall of Fame status alongside Patrick Mahomes.

11. Kyler Murray
Murray's move to the Vikings presents a prime opportunity. His talent and support could lead him to a Super Bowl title.

10. Patrick Mahomes
Mahomes needs another Super Bowl win to remain in the conversation for the greatest of all time, joining an elite group with four rings.

9. Jalen Hurts
Hurts, often overlooked despite a Super Bowl win, would gain recognition as one of the best with a second championship.

8. Jordan Love
As the successor to Aaron Rodgers, Love's urgency for a Super Bowl win is high, especially after a promising first season.

7. Jared Goff
Despite individual success, Goff remains underrated. A Super Bowl title with the Lions would change that narrative.

6. Aaron Rodgers
Another Super Bowl win would elevate Rodgers into an exclusive group of quarterbacks with titles across multiple teams.

5. Justin Herbert
Herbert’s impressive stats need a Super Bowl win to avoid being compared to overlooked predecessors like Dan Fouts.

4. Dak Prescott
As the Cowboys' passing leader, Prescott's legacy hinges on winning a Super Bowl, potentially joining Hall of Famers.

3. Joe Burrow
A Super Bowl victory would make Burrow a legendary figure in Ohio, enhancing his Hall of Fame case and overcoming past injuries.

2. Josh Allen
A Super Bowl win would solidify Allen's status among the elite and mark the Bills' first championship, defining his legacy.

1. Lamar Jackson
Despite being a two-time MVP, Jackson needs a Super Bowl to break the narrative that running quarterbacks can’t win championships, solidifying his status as a dual-threat star.