Top 5 Quarterbacks in the 2-Minute Drill in the NFL: Prescott and Williams Stand Out

Following the celebration of Cairo Santos’ game-winning field goal, Caleb Williams, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, displayed a serious expression. This moment, though overshadowed by the victory, reveals the mindset of a player focused on constant improvement.

Despite leading his fifth game-winning drive of the season, tying Bo Nix of the Denver Broncos, Williams seemed more focused on the aspects to be polished. The final drive, although effective in consuming time, did not stand out for its fluidity. However, these types of victories, although close, have forged Williams’ confidence in critical moments.

I feel more comfortable in those moments. I think my heart rate decreases. Everything calms down. These are moments when you have to give it your all.

Caleb Williams

After a rookie season with losses in close games, the Bears have transformed their luck thanks to their quarterback. Williams is the only one with 4+ touchdowns and zero turnovers in the last two minutes of each half this season. This partly explains why the Bears lead the NFC North with a 7-3 record. Williams’ ability to make plays with his legs is key. In Week 9, he set up a 58-yard touchdown thanks to a previous 14-yard run. In Week 10, he scored a 17-yard touchdown in the final minute against the Giants.

The two-minute drill is a crucial test for quarterbacks, revealing their performance under pressure. Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys leads the NFL in QBR in the last two minutes of each half, followed by Williams and other standouts. The upcoming game between the Bears and the Steelers, with Chicago as the favorites, promises to be another close match. This scenario could be perfect for Williams to demonstrate his prowess in the two-minute drive. Dak Prescott, quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, stands out for his understanding of situational play, accumulating victories in critical moments. His 6 touchdown passes in the two-minute drill are the most in the NFL, and his completion percentage is notable.

We have a great locker room that understands that many games are won and lost in those moments. So it’s just details in the practices we have when we do that, and it’s been fun to see those things pay off and give you confidence when you’re in those situations in the future.

Dak Prescott

Bo Nix of the Denver Broncos is another quarterback who excels in the two-minute drive, highlighting his ability to avoid sacks and remain calm. His focus on speed and reducing complex plays is key.

It’s a belief, or a mentality, or a claw or a toughness. We just have this belief that if we get to the end of the game, it starts with a defense where you know they’re going to stop them, at some critical moment they’re going to stop them and we’re going to have opportunity after opportunity [on offense].

Bo Nix

Drake Maye of the New England Patriots leads the NFL in completion percentage in the two-minute drill. The strategy of having consecutive possessions and his ability to make accurate passes are key factors.

In training, we put a lot of emphasis on knowing the situations, on knowing what kind of mode we are in, whether we want to consume some time or try to get some points. I think the guys have responded well from training to the games.

Drake Maye

Aaron Rodgers of the Pittsburgh Steelers has proven to be a master in the two-minute drive throughout his career. His calmness, precision, and knowledge of the protection pocket are crucial. Although his mobility has decreased, his experience allows him to make effective and quick decisions.

He’s in complete control. I’ve seen some things I’ve seen from the opposing sideline over the years in terms of his ability to take advantage of substitution changes and so forth.

Mike Tomlin on Rodgers