Drew Allar — 2026 Fantasy Outlook

Allar guided Penn State to a 23-6 record across the 2023 and 2024 seasons before a broken left ankle in Week 6 last year cut his final college campaign short. In 2024, he led the Big Ten in completions (262), attempts (394), completion percentage (66.5%), and passing yards (3,327) while contributing as a runner with 96 carries for 302 yards and six scores. Across his two best seasons, he totaled 59 touchdowns over 29 starts, a strong foundation heading into the draft.

2025 was a different story. Over six starts, he averaged just 183 passing yards per game with eight touchdowns and three interceptions, and dropped all three of his final games by a combined eight points (24-30, 37-42, 21-22).

On paper, Allar checks a lot of boxes. He brings legitimate NFL size at 6'5" and 230 pounds, a strong arm, and a college resume built on winning. His skill set translates well in theory, and he has the mobility to extend plays and create scoring opportunities when the pocket breaks down. He operated primarily out of the shotgun at Penn State.

His questions center on his processing and decision-making. Allar’s pre- and post-snap reads need refinement, and he has a tendency to lock onto early targets, leading to late throws that invite pressure or turnovers. His pocket presence is adequate, but his overall field vision falls short of what NFL defenses will demand. Better mechanics and sharper decision-making should improve his timing and ball placement, but those are areas that will need consistent development at the next level.