Brett Favre holds the record for the most career interceptions thrown by a quarterback in NFL history.
The All-Time Interception Leader: Brett Favre
Known for his prolific passing and gunslinger style, Brett Favre finished his illustrious career with 336 interceptions. This record is a testament to both his incredible longevity in the league and his aggressive, risk-taking approach to playing quarterback. While interceptions are often viewed negatively, Favre's high total is also indicative of the sheer volume of passes he attempted over 20 seasons, as well as his willingness to make throws into tight windows.
Context and Longevity
Quarterbacks who play for many years and throw a high number of passes naturally accumulate more statistics, both positive and negative. Favre's 336 interceptions came over 7,212 career pass attempts, placing him among the all-time leaders in attempts. His style of play, which often involved attempting high-risk, high-reward throws, also contributed to his interception total. This aggressive approach, however, also led to many memorable plays and a Super Bowl championship.
Top Career Interception Leaders
Here is a look at the quarterbacks with the most career interceptions in NFL history:
Rank | Player | Interceptions |
---|---|---|
1 | Brett Favre | 336 |
2 | George Blanda | 277 |
3 | John Hadl | 268 |
4 | Vinny Testaverde | 267 |
5 | Fran Tarkenton | 266 |
Source: Pro-Football-Reference.com