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Ranking USC Quarterbacks in the NFL: Caleb Williams and Sam Darnold Compared to All-Time Greats

Ranking USC Quarterbacks in the NFL: Caleb Williams and Sam Darnold Compared to All-Time Greats
Sports Talents · 18:56:07 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

A new ranking of University of Southern California quarterbacks in the NFL examines how recent prospects Caleb Williams and Sam Darnold measure up against the program's all-time signal-callers.

The analysis, published by Dan Treacy of The Sporting News on November 2, 2026, evaluates the professional careers of USC quarterbacks throughout history.

Williams, the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, and Darnold, a former first-round draft pick, are compared to past Trojans who have played in the league.

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