Each week, SDS will break down SEC quarterback play by team using our own power index system, a numeral rating developed using all passer-related statistics and efficiency totals. Quarterbacks will be graded based on the previous game’s performance only from QBR, to completion percentage to third-down conversions and placed in order from average to elite.

13. Maty Mauk, Mizzou, 50.0 (9-21, 97 yards, 4 INT) — Arguably college football’s worst performance of the weekend under center came from Mauk, a prolific passer who’s drastically regressed over his last two starts. A couple drops and careless throws led to four interceptions, a personal high during Mizzou’s 34-0 loss to Georgia. When Mauk did have a pocket, he ran toward pressure and his ballerina dropbacks are becoming detrimental to the offense.

12. Jeff Driskel, Florida, 64.5 (14-25, 183 yards, TD/2 INT; 71 yards rushing, TD) — A stinky decision on an interception in the final minute was the direct cause of LSU’s game-winning 50-yard field goal a few plays later, but Driskel put the Gators in position to beat the Tigers in the fourth quarter. On third-and-goal before Florida’s game-tying field goal, Driskel rolled to his right and found tight end Tevin Westbrook for a sure touchdown but the pass was dropped. Much of Driskel’s passing yardage came in the fourth quarter, but he moved the football on the ground effectively throughout despite three total turnovers.

11. Johnny McCrary, Vanderbilt, 70.0 (10-16, 169 yards, TD/INT) — The redshirt freshman led three scoring drives after replacing Wade Freebeck in the first half during a narrow win over Charleston Southern.

10. Anthony Jennings, LSU, (10-21, 110 yards, TD) — Outside of two clutch throws late in the game which helped the Tigers snap a losing-skid, Jennings was a non-factor in the passing game for the Tigers. Constantly pressured up front, Jennings best decisions were handing off to Leonard Fournette and Terrence Magee. His 41-yard completion to Travin Dural on 3rd-and-25 in the fourth quarter was a game-saver however and should be noted.

9. Brandon Allen, Arkansas, 74.5 (21-40, 246 yards, TD/INT) — In need of a game-winning drive from Allen in the final minutes, Arkansas saw its upset bid snuffed out by Alabama safety Landon Collins who was beat in coverage but managed to recover for a win-clinching interception. Allen was serviceable and made a nice throw on a 54-yard touchdown pass to A.J. Derby, but 19 incompletions meant the Razorbacks’ rushing attack wasn’t effective enough against Alabama’s defensive front.

8. Blake Sims, Alabama, 78.7 (11-21, 161 yards, 2 TD) — The leader of an offense that managed just 10 first downs at Arkansas, Sims hasn’t been the player we saw against Florida over his last two starts. Away from Tuscaloosa, Sims hasn’t looked as confident from the pocket and the lack of big plays in the passing game’s a reason for concern. Could we see Jacob Coker against Texas A&M? Nick Saban’s yet to decide.

7. Nick Marshall, Auburn, 80.0 (17-35, 209 yards, 2 TD/2 INT; 100 yards rushing) — Marshall’s raw QBR of 35.7 was his lowest of the season, but he kept the Tigers in the game with his arm and his feet. Marshall’s escapability led to another 100-yard game on the ground and he had a 68-yard completion to Sammie Coates wiped away with a flag.

6. Dak Prescott, Mississippi State, 82.5 (18-34, 246 yards, TD/INT; 121 rushing, 2 TD) — A red zone interception and another pick on a well-covered comeback route were two of Prescott’s worst throws this seasons, but like his team, his ability to bounce back and pull the offense together shows the kind of player’s he’s become as a junior. He’s a single rushing touchdown behind Jonathan Williams (9) for the SEC lead.

5. Kenny Hill, Texas A&M, 85.5 (42-53, 401 yards, 2 TD/2 INT) — The raw numbers were tremendous against the stingiest pass defense in the country, but early ineffectiveness at the quarterback position led to a 21-0 deficit for the Aggies against Ole Miss. Two of Hill’s three turnovers (interception, fumble) were returned for touchdowns. The Rebels had only given up one touchdown pass coming in and Hill doubled that number, but his 401 yards didn’t account for much in a losing cause.

4. Patrick Towles, Kentucky, 86.7 (16-28, 216 yards, 3 TD) — Towles shook off some early accuracy issues and led an offensive charge in the second quarter. He tossed two of his three touchdown passes during the frame as the Wildcats built a 24-14 lead. Kentucky’s 1-for-12 conversion rate on third down was putrid, but Towles avoided turnovers for the fourth time in six starts this season, a great sign for the Wildcats.

3. Hutson Mason, Georgia, 90.0 (22-28, 156 yards, TD; rushing TD) — Effective in the passing game at Mizzou, Mason was especially prolific in short-yardage situations and made several third-down throws worthy of praise. Though still not much of a downfield threat, decision-making continues to be Mason’s key element to watch the rest of the way.

2. Bo Wallace, Ole Miss, 94.5 (13-19, 178 yards, TD; 2 rushing TD) — Thanks to his prolific defense, Wallace wasn’t forced into action in a tight game and ran the football effectively (50 yards, two scores) for the first time this season. His lone touchdown pass late in the third quarter to Quincy Adeboyejo from a five-wide look was a perfect throw over the top of Texas A&M defensive back Devonta Burns.

1. Justin Worley, Tennessee, 97.5 (19-24, 198 yards, 3 TDs; 2 TD rushing) — Despite being sacked a handful of times against Chattanooga’s front seven, Worley was responsible for a career-high five touchdowns during Tennessee’s 45-10 win. He was sharp from the pocket when he had time and avoided mistakes.