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For three decades, fans watched legends like Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson in his prime, Philip Rivers, and Brett Favre set the benchmark for a high-caliber NFL. These quarterbacks routinely delivered elite performances, elevating the league and entertaining millions. But in recent years, that standard hasn't just been tested—it’s been ignored. The consistent excellence, the clutch plays, and the exciting close finishes are diminishing.
In fact, many long-time followers are raising their voices, not to whine or complain, but to highlight this downward trend. The league’s product, once regarded as the pinnacle of American sports entertainment, seems to be drifting away from its own lofty standards.