The Ultimate QB Rankings for 2026 Fantasy Football

Alec Pierce is projected to be a starter for the Colts in Week 1.

Baker Mayfield is a value pick at his current ADP; he finished as the QB18 per game last season despite playing behind a completely banged-up offensive line. With a new offensive coordinator in Zach Robinson and a projected top-tier offensive line, he has significant upside.

Bo Nix has opened his career with back-to-back top-10 fantasy finishes in points per game and is currently being drafted as the QB11 or later, offering significant value.

Brock Purdy is a top value pick, currently drafted as QB11 or lower despite consistent high-end production. Since returning in Week 11, he ranked second in completion percentage (70.6%), eighth in yards per attempt (7.5), and second in touchdown rate (7.6%). He also led the league in completion percentage on passes 10+ yards downfield and has finished as a top-12 QB in points per game over the last three years, including a QB6 finish last season despite offensive line injuries.

Bryce Young faces a difficult season outlook due to significant offensive line instability, including position changes for young players and depth concerns at tackle, such as Rasheed Walker at left tackle.

C.J. Stroud is ranked as the QB22 and is a risky fantasy asset due to a projected 31st-ranked offensive line, the loss of Jaden Higgins, and a lack of rushing upside. He plays in a conservative offense supported by an elite defense, making him more valuable to his teammates than for his own fantasy production.

Josh Allen ranks Caleb Williams ahead of Jayden Daniels, noting that despite a poor accuracy rate last year, Williams finished as the QB8 in points per game. Expectations are high for him to excel in Ben Johnson's offense, which aims to be the highest-scoring of all time, bolstered by an awesome offensive line and the potential for increased rushing usage.

There is concern regarding what level of performance to expect from Chris Godwin, as last season was not a strong version of him, and his fantasy ceiling may be capped by the team's overall offensive weaponry.

Chris Olave remains a primary offensive weapon alongside Juwan Johnson in an offense expected to run the most plays in the NFL behind a solid offensive line.

Dak Prescott is ranked as the QB8 and is considered a proven fantasy commodity, having finished as a top-eight scorer in points per game in five of his last six full seasons. He is preferred over Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence due to his consistency, returning offensive line, and stable coaching environment. Additionally, the Cowboys' defense is expected to improve, potentially reaching league-average status, which helps prevent game scripts where the offense disappears.

Dallas Goedert is a valuable stack option with Jalen Hurts, especially since his current draft position allows him to be taken after Hurts, whereas previously he was often drafted ahead of the quarterback.

Dalton Kincaid is highlighted as a key healthy target for Josh Allen, contributing to the expectation that this could be one of Allen's best statistical seasons.

Daniel Jones is a high-value target in superflex formats; despite a consensus QB24 rank, he has the potential to finish as a QB14, especially given his fit in Shane Steichen's offense as a point-and-shoot passer.

Dontayvion Wicks is identified as a frequent draft target for Josh Allen, serving as a sleeper option within the Packers' passing attack.

Drake Maye is a high-upside breakout candidate who led the NFL in scramble attempts last year; his environment is improving with the addition of AJ Brown and Romeo Doubs, and he has untapped potential in designed rushing usage.

It is currently unclear if Emeka Egbuka will emerge as a star receiver or if he is hampered by injuries that could cause him to plateau, potentially limiting the Buccaneers' offensive ceiling.

Jalen Hurts is a preferred target due to his rushing floor, a leaner physique, and reports of increased designed carries; he is expected to benefit from a more competent offensive coordinator. After a career-low 3.3 designed rushes per game last year, he is projected for more usage. He is currently ranked ahead of Jayden Daniels and is a valuable stack with Dallas Goedert, who can now be drafted after him.

Ranked as QB17, Jared Goff is a viable late-round target who finished as the QB12 in points per game last season. While he lacks rushing upside, he has finished second in passing yards for three consecutive seasons. Playing in a high-scoring environment with 14 dome games and a weak defense, Goff has a realistic range of outcomes that includes a 5,000-yard, 44-touchdown season.

The outlook for Jayden Daniels has cooled since June due to concerns regarding the offensive line, specifically the injury to Laremy Tunsil and the lack of preseason reps for the starting center. While his rushing floor (5.7 rushing points per game last year) keeps him in the top tier of quarterbacks, he is now ranked behind Jalen Hurts.

Joe Burrow is a high-upside quarterback who could finish in the top two to four range if he plays a full season with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins; he is a strong target in the sixth round, though he lacks the rushing floor of elite dual-threat quarterbacks. He is consistently ranked in the QB3-QB4 range.

Josh Allen identifies Jordan Love as a major target, ranking him as QB14 compared to his consensus QB18 ADP. Allen projects Love to post career-best numbers across the board, driven by an expected increase in offensive pace and pass volume as the Packers shift to a more pass-centric approach. The offense features an experienced skill group, and Allen recommends stacking Love with Christian Watson, Tucker Kraft, and Jayden Reed.

Jordan Tyson, who was drafted to elevate the offense, will miss at least the first six games of the season due to injury, leaving the team's skill group in rough shape.

Josh Allen is ranked as the QB1 overall. Despite potential offensive shifts under Joe Brady that might reduce rushing volume in favor of passing, his historical consistency—finishing as a top-three QB in four straight seasons and clearing 24 fantasy points per game—solidifies his elite status. He is currently the NFL's premier red zone quarterback, and he benefits from an offensive line that is multiple tiers better than the current Baltimore unit. His outlook is further bolstered by a healthier Dalton Kincaid and the addition of DJ Moore.

The Packers' offensive line is considered poor and Jacobs faces potential legal issues, which could negatively impact his role and usage in the upcoming season.

Justin Herbert is ranked highest in his tier, with significant upside attributed to the presence of Joe Alt. On-off splits show Herbert averaged 0.56 fantasy points per dropback with Alt on the field versus 0.43 without him, a difference between a QB7 and QB21 finish. The potential for a Mike McDaniel-style passing scheme, combined with better health and offensive line stability, creates a high ceiling.

Kyler Murray is a priority target for Josh Allen, who groups him with Jordan Love as a tier-defining quarterback selection. Allen notes that Murray could jump up a tier this season, citing an improved offensive line and better surrounding weapons as key catalysts for his breakout potential.

Lamar Jackson is ranked as the QB2 overall. While he has high upside, concerns exist regarding the Baltimore offensive line, which is described as significantly inferior to Buffalo's. His performance is tied to new play-caller Todd Monken, and he showed elite efficiency under center last year with a 75% completion rate and an 11.2% touchdown rate; leaning into this play-action heavy style could lead to an explosive season.

Malik Willis is a strong Superflex target as the QB20, offering a high floor through rushing and an underappreciated passing ceiling; concerns about bench risk are overstated as he lacks a clear backup, and his efficiency metrics over the last three seasons (159 plays) rank him as a top-tier passer in EPA and completion percentage.

Josh Allen frequently drafts Matthew Golden in fantasy leagues, identifying him as a target of interest within the context of his broader draft strategy.

Matthew Stafford is undervalued as a QB13-16 in current drafts despite his high-upside profile; he is capable of repeating a 44-touchdown season and excels in under-center play-action, where he threw 20 TDs to only 1 INT last year.

Josh Allen ranks Patrick Mahomes as QB13 (or QB18 by some metrics), expressing caution for the 2024 season. Concerns include a decline in rushing production—which accounted for 25% of his fantasy points last year—alongside significant worries regarding the Chiefs' offensive tackle situation and overall wide receiver talent.

Josh Allen explicitly advises against drafting Rashee Rice, stating that he does not target the receiver within the current structure of the Chiefs' offense.

Sam Darnold lacks significant win upside for fantasy, as he is prone to regression after running hot last year and plays in an offense that limits his passing volume due to an elite defense.

Trevor Lawrence is viewed as a solid fantasy option, though there are concerns regarding the offensive line's instability, with 80% of the unit starting in new positions. While he led all quarterbacks in red zone fantasy points last season, some of his rushing production was considered fluky, and the team is unlikely to repeat their high point total off turnovers from last year.

Xavier Worthy is recommended as a frequent draft target, often available after Patrick Mahomes in drafts, making him a high-upside piece of the Chiefs' offense.