NFL starting QBs ranked by analytics before 2026 season
Analytics-based rankings for the 2026 NFL season have sparked a debate over the top spot between Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes.
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The brief
New analytics rankings of NFL starting quarterbacks have been released ahead of the 2026 season. According to coverage from Buffalo Rumblings, Josh Allen has earned the number one spot in these rankings.
Reports from Yahoo Sports and FOX Sports highlight the shift in positioning, with Patrick Mahomes reacting to the loss of his top ranking. Coverage also notes the inclusion of Caleb Williams within the top five.
Further attention is directed toward the specific analytical data used to determine the rankings, as reported by SB Nation.
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Quick answers
Who is ranked as the number one quarterback for 2026?
Josh Allen has earned the top spot according to Buffalo Rumblings.
How did Patrick Mahomes respond to the rankings?
Yahoo Sports reports that Mahomes broke his silence on losing the number one spot to Allen, stating, 'I Can Jump Up'.
Where does Caleb Williams place in the rankings?
FOX Sports indicates that Caleb Williams is ranked in the top five.
Coverage (6)
- Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Being Ranked Behind Josh Allen in NFL Coaches, Execs Poll in New Video Bleacher Report · 10h ago
- Bills Legend Shares Clear Josh Allen Message After NFL Ranking News Yahoo Sports · 10h ago
- Top 10 NFL QBs: Josh Allen Or Patrick Mahomes At No. 1? Caleb Williams Top 5? FOX Sports · 10h ago
- Bills news: Josh Allen earns top spot in QB rankings Buffalo Rumblings · 10h ago
- ‘I Can Jump Up’ — Patrick Mahomes Breaks Silence on Losing No. 1 Spot to Josh Allen in 2026 NFL QB Rankings Yahoo Sports · 10h ago
- NFL starting QBs ranked by analytics before 2026 season SB Nation · 10h ago
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