NFL QB Rushing Matchups: Weekly Rankings & Prop Odds
QB Rushing Matchups
Weekly NFL slateCompare opposing defenses by quarterback rushing yards allowed, player production, and available rushing props. Updated from the same cached data as the other CLEATZ NFL prop boards.
ILLUSTRATIVE SAMPLE — NOT LIVE ODDSDefault ranking is by opposing defense's QB rushing yards allowed per game, not a prediction. Season average − quoted prop is a descriptive gap, not a modeled advantage. L5/L10 results appear in player details. Verify availability and prices before making decisions.
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Find the Best Quarterback Rushing Matchups Each Week
Not every defense handles mobile quarterbacks the same way. Some consistently allow quarterbacks to extend plays and gain yards on the ground, while others limit rushing opportunities and force opposing passers to stay in the pocket.
The CLEATZ QB Rushing Matchup Analyzer compares each week’s NFL quarterbacks against their upcoming opponents, highlighting defenses that have allowed the most rushing yards to the position.
Use the weekly rankings to identify favorable matchups, evaluate recent quarterback rushing performance, and compare available sportsbook lines before making your own assessment.
How Are QB Rushing Matchups Ranked?
The default rankings are based on opponent rushing yards allowed to quarterbacks per game, rather than total rushing yards allowed to all players.
For additional context, CLEATZ includes:
- Defensive QB yards allowed: Average rushing yards surrendered to opposing quarterbacks.
- QB rushing averages: Season-long production and recent five-game trends.
- Rushing prop lines: Available yardage totals and Over/Under prices from supported sportsbooks.
- Average versus line: The difference between a quarterback’s season rushing average and the posted prop.
- Player availability: Injury and participation information when available from the CLEATZ injury tracker.
A favorable defensive matchup doesn’t automatically mean a quarterback will exceed his rushing prop. Playing style, designed rushing attempts, game situation and player availability can all affect the outcome.
How to Research NFL QB Rushing Props
Start with the matchup rankings, then compare each quarterback’s recent rushing production against the available line.
A quarterback averaging 35 rushing yards against a defense allowing 25 per game presents a different situation from a quarterback averaging five yards against that same defense. The matchup matters, but so does the player’s established rushing role.
For additional research, explore the NFL Rushing Props board, compare NFL Passing Props, and check the latest NFL Injury Report for availability updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which NFL defenses allow the most QB rushing yards?
The rankings above identify the defenses allowing the most rushing yards per game specifically to quarterbacks. The results can change throughout the season as additional games are played.
Are QB rushing matchups the same as the best Over bets?
No. A soft defensive matchup is only one factor in evaluating a rushing prop. Recent player performance, line value, injuries and expected playing time should also be considered.
How often are the QB rushing matchup rankings updated?
The analyzer organizes results by NFL week and uses the latest available statistics and cached prop data. Check the displayed update time and verify sportsbook prices before relying on a quote.
Jason Ziernicki is the founder of CLEATZ and has worked in the online sports betting industry since 2012. At CLEATZ, he focuses on public betting data, sportsbook line movement, prediction markets and data-driven sports betting tools.