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2026 Best-Ball QB Strategy: Allen Still the Anchor as Herbert Rises, Lawrence Surges

Early Underdog drafts plus recent performance trends highlight proven ceilings with stack-dependent upside at quarterback.

Overview

  • Underdog’s 2026 best-ball contests are live, with insights drawn from 24 completed drafts shaping quarterback targets and roster builds.
  • Josh Allen’s multi-year points-per-game dominance keeps him a top selection, and the tush push is not expected to be banned per Rich McKay, preserving short-yardage scoring.
  • Justin Herbert averaged 22.4 fantasy points in games when Joe Alt topped a 90% snap share, and healthier tackle play with Alt and Rashawn Slater would justify increased exposure.
  • Trevor Lawrence led all quarterbacks in points per game from Week 9–18 in 2025 under Liam Coen, offering multiple viable stacking avenues.
  • J.J. McCarthy flashed late but profiles as a risky QB2 and better as a low-cost QB3, while Joe Burrow is most appealing when stacked with Ja'Marr Chase or Tee Higgins near ADP.