Josh Allen 2026 Fantasy Football Outlook: Remains Clear-Cut QB1 with Added Upside Following Improvements to Wide Receiver Room
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen turned in another QB1 finish during the 2025 season, throwing for 3,668 yards, 25 passing touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. On the ground, he enjoyed one of his more productive campaigns, totaling 14 rushing scores (second-most of his career) and adding 579 rushing yards, his most since the 2022 season. This was Allen's third straight season with double-digit rushing touchdowns. Despite his lower passing volume (by passing yardage), ranking 11th among QBs, Allen remains the clear-cut QB1 in all formats given his incredible rushing upside, especially in the red zone. However, there is reason to believe Allen's passing totals could climb in the 2026 season. Last fall, the Bills ran the ball the most times in football, which limited Allen's passing ceiling. While they are unlikely to abandon this game plan as offensive coordinator Joe Brady is set to take over head coaching duties, the acquisition of DJ Moore could raise Allen's passing ceiling. Outside of Khalil Shakir and tight end Dalton Kincaid, Allen did not have many proven options in the passing attack in 2025. Moore had a down season in Chicago in 2025, but still found the end zone six times and has averaged 1,124 yards per season from 2019 through 2024. His elite rushing ability already makes Allen a well-worthwhile selection at his 27.0 ADP on Sleeper (QB1), but there is a clear path for him to return to the 4,000-yard passing floor he showed earlier in his career with Moore leading the wide receiver room. Managers looking to gain a massive edge at the QB position should select Allen with confidence at this cost.
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