ESPN's fantasy football analysts have released early projections for the 2026 season and the Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen emerges as the clear favorite
Expert Consensus
The panel of eight experts placed Allen at the top with only Eric Moody ranking him second behind Lamar Jackson while the rest of the top tier includes Lamar Jackson Jayden Daniels Drake Maye and Jalen Hurts
According to the model Allen is expected to attempt 509 passes amass 3945 yards through the air and add 12 rushing touchdowns complementing 26 passing scores that translates into a projected 49 point advantage over the nearest competitor Jalen Hurts
Analysts caution that the forecast carries a degree of bias given the Buffalo fan base's enthusiasm but they agree that Allen's blend of arm strength mobility and red zone efficiency makes him a safe bet to again lead the position in fantasy production