The NFL is a league known for its rich history and impressive feats. One such record that holds a special place in the hearts of football fans is the most passing yards in a season for every NFL team. In this article, we’ll take a look at who holds this record for each NFL team.
Arizona Cardinals – Neil Lomax
Neil Lomax may not be the household name that some of the other quarterbacks on this list are, but he holds the record for most passing yards in a single season for the Arizona Cardinals. In 1984, Lomax passed for an impressive 4,614 yards during a season in which he was named a Pro Bowler.
Atlanta Falcons – Matt Ryan
Matt Ryan has been a staple in the Atlanta Falcons organization since being drafted back in 2008. During the 2016 season, Ryan put up some of the best numbers of his career, including 4,944 passing yards. This impressive season earned him the nickname “Matty Ice” and helped propel the Falcons to the Super Bowl.
Baltimore Ravens – Joe Flacco
Joe Flacco has been the starting quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens since 2008. During the 2016 season, Flacco put up some of the best numbers of his career, including a career-high 4,317 passing yards. This was enough to break Vinny Testaverde’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Buffalo Bills – Drew Bledsoe
Drew Bledsoe spent just three seasons with the Buffalo Bills, but he managed to make a lasting impact on the organization. During the 2002 season, Bledsoe passed for 4,359 yards, breaking Jim Kelly’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Carolina Panthers – Cam Newton
Cam Newton burst onto the scene in 2011 and has been one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the league ever since. During the 2011 season, Newton passed for an impressive 4,051 yards, breaking Steve Beuerlein’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Chicago Bears – Erik Kramer
Erik Kramer spent just four years with the Chicago Bears, but he managed to set the standard for quarterbacks in the Windy City. During the 1995 season, Kramer passed for an impressive 3,838 yards, breaking Sid Luckman’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Cincinnati Bengals – Carson Palmer
Carson Palmer spent seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2007 season, Palmer passed for an impressive 4,131 yards, breaking Boomer Esiason’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Cleveland Browns – Brian Sipe
Brian Sipe spent 10 seasons with the Cleveland Browns and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the franchise. During the 1980 season, Sipe passed for an impressive 4,132 yards, breaking Bill Nelsen’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Dallas Cowboys – Tony Romo
Tony Romo spent 14 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the franchise. During the 2012 season, Romo passed for an impressive 4,903 yards, breaking his own franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Denver Broncos – Peyton Manning
Peyton Manning spent four seasons with the Denver Broncos and helped lead them to a Super Bowl victory in 2015. During the 2013 season, Manning passed for an impressive 5,477 yards, breaking Drew Brees’ NFL record for most passing yards in a single season.
Detroit Lions – Matthew Stafford
Matthew Stafford has been the starting quarterback for the Detroit Lions since being drafted back in 2009. During the 2011 season, Stafford passed for an impressive 5,038 yards, breaking Scott Mitchell’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Green Bay Packers – Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers has been the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers since taking over for Brett Favre back in 2008. During the 2011 season, Rodgers passed for an impressive 4,643 yards, breaking Lynn Dickey’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Houston Texans – Matt Schaub
Matt Schaub spent seven seasons with the Houston Texans and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2009 season, Schaub passed for an impressive 4,770 yards, breaking David Carr’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Indianapolis Colts – Peyton Manning
Peyton Manning spent 14 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the franchise. During the 2013 season, Manning passed for an impressive 5,477 yards, breaking Dan Marino’s NFL record for most passing yards in a single season.
Jacksonville Jaguars – Mark Brunell
Mark Brunell spent eight seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars and helped lead them to the AFC Championship game twice. During the 1996 season, Brunell passed for an impressive 4,367 yards, breaking Steve Beuerlein’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Kansas City Chiefs – Trent Green
Trent Green spent three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs and helped lead them to the playoffs twice. During the 2004 season, Green passed for an impressive 4,591 yards, breaking Len Dawson’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Las Vegas Raiders – Derek Carr
Derek Carr has been the starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders since being drafted back in 2014. During the 2016 season, Carr passed for an impressive 3,937 yards, breaking Rich Gannon’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Los Angeles Chargers – Philip Rivers
Philip Rivers spent 16 seasons with the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the franchise. During the 2010 season, Rivers passed for an impressive 4,710 yards, breaking Dan Fouts’ franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Los Angeles Rams – Jared Goff
Jared Goff has been the starting quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams since being drafted back in 2016. During the 2018 season, Goff passed for an impressive 4,688 yards, breaking Kurt Warner’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Miami Dolphins – Dan Marino
Dan Marino spent 17 seasons with the Miami Dolphins and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. During the 1984 season, Marino passed for an impressive 5,084 yards, breaking Dan Fouts’ NFL record for most passing yards in a single season.
Minnesota Vikings – Daunte Culpepper
Daunte Culpepper spent six seasons with the Minnesota Vikings and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2004 season, Culpepper passed for an impressive 4,717 yards, breaking Warren Moon’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
New England Patriots – Tom Brady
Tom Brady spent 20 seasons with the New England Patriots and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. During the 2011 season, Brady passed for an impressive 5,235 yards, breaking Dan Marino’s NFL record for most passing yards in a single season.
New Orleans Saints – Drew Brees
Drew Brees spent 15 seasons with the New Orleans Saints and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. During the 2011 season, Brees passed for an impressive 5,476 yards, setting a new NFL record for most passing yards in a single season.
New York Giants – Eli Manning
Eli Manning spent 16 seasons with the New York Giants and helped lead them to two Super Bowl victories. During the 2011 season, Manning passed for an impressive 4,933 yards, breaking his own franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
New York Jets – Joe Namath
Joe Namath spent 12 seasons with the New York Jets and helped lead them to a Super Bowl victory in 1969. During the 1967 season, Namath passed for an impressive 4,007 yards, breaking his own franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Philadelphia Eagles – Donovan McNabb
Donovan McNabb spent 11 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and helped lead them to five NFC Championship games. During the 2008 season, McNabb passed for an impressive 3,916 yards, breaking his own franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Pittsburgh Steelers – Ben Roethlisberger
Ben Roethlisberger has been the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers since being drafted back in 2004. During the 2018 season, Roethlisberger passed for an impressive 5,129 yards, breaking his own franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
San Francisco 49ers – Jeff Garcia
Jeff Garcia spent five seasons with the San Francisco 49ers and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2000 season, Garcia passed for an impressive 4,278 yards, breaking Steve Young’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Seattle Seahawks – Matt Hasselbeck
Matt Hasselbeck spent 10 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks and helped lead them to the Super Bowl in 2005. During the 2007 season, Hasselbeck passed for an impressive 3,966 yards, breaking Dave Krieg’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Jameis Winston
Jameis Winston spent five seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2019 season, Winston passed for an impressive 5,109 yards, breaking Vinny Testaverde’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Tennessee Titans – Warren Moon
Warren Moon spent nine seasons with the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans and is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in franchise history. During the 1991 season, Moon passed for an impressive 4,690 yards, breaking Dan Pastorini’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
Washington Football Team – Kirk Cousins
Kirk Cousins spent six seasons with the Washington Football Team and put up some impressive numbers during his time there. During the 2016 season, Cousins passed for an impressive 4,917 yards, breaking Jay Schroeder’s franchise record for most passing yards in a single season.
In conclusion, these records represent the best of the best in the NFL. These quarterbacks have shown that they have the poise, talent, and leadership to lead their teams to greatness. While these records are likely to be broken at some point, they will forever hold a special place in the annals of NFL history.
