Top 5 QBs dominating Japan’s XLeague
The Japanese XLeague features exceptional quarterback talent leading their teams through the early 2025 season, with Pierce Holley of the undefeated Obic Seagulls establishing himself as the league’s most efficient passer through three games.
Elite efficiency and production
Holley leads all passers with 914 yards and 8 touchdowns against just one interception, completing an impressive 74.7% of his passes for the Seagulls’ second-ranked scoring offense. He tossed five touchdown passes in his team’s 56-7 rout of IBM Big Blue. Close behind, Nojima Sagamihara Rise quarterback Kurt Palandech has been equally brilliant, completing 77.6% of his throws for 675 yards and 8 touchdowns while leading his team to a 3-0 record that includes a dramatic 29-28 victory over the Fujitsu Frontiers. Fujitsu’s Takagi Tsubasa ranks third with 613 yards and 6 touchdowns, maintaining efficiency despite his team’s 2-1 record in the competitive Super Central division.
Proven veterans delivering results
Garrett Safron of the SEKISUI Challengers has delivered 583 yards and 4 touchdowns while guiding his team to second place in the Super West with a 2-1 record. Elecom Kobe Finies quarterback David Pindell completes the top five with 583 yards and 3 touchdowns, demonstrating the depth of quarterback talent across the XLeague as these passers continue to elevate their teams through the early season competition.
