Bryce Young vs Josh Allen
Two quarterbacks fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
Josh Allen- Higher projection: 362 vs 236 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 24 vs 160
- More points per game: 22.0 vs 14.3
Bryce Young and Josh Allen are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Josh Allen holds the edge in expert consensus (QB1 to QB26). Josh Allen typically comes off the board first, around pick 21 (round 2) to Bryce Young's pick 226. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Josh Allen at 362 PPR points (21.3 per game) versus Bryce Young at 236.
Last season Josh Allen carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 112 touches to Bryce Young's 54), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Bryce Young is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Josh Allen is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Young | Allen |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 236 | 362 |
| Points / game | 14.3 | 22.0 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #160 | #24 |
| ADP | 226 | 21 |
| Positional rank | QB19 | QB1 |
| Snap share | 96% | 98% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 31 |
| Age | 25 | 30 |
| Bye week | 5 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Bryce Young or Josh Allen.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Bryce Young or Josh Allen in 2026?
Josh Allen is a clear call over Bryce Young for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Bryce Young or Josh Allen?
Josh Allen carries the higher 2026 projection at 362 PPR points (21.3 per game), compared with 236 for Bryce Young.
Where are Bryce Young and Josh Allen being drafted?
Josh Allen has an ADP around pick 21 (round 2), while Bryce Young goes closer to pick 226 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Bryce Young or Josh Allen?
Expert consensus ranks Josh Allen (QB1) ahead of Bryce Young (QB26) for 2026.
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