Blog · Week 8 · October 28, 2026
Should you start Josh Allen in Week 8?
Yes, you must start Josh Allen in all fantasy formats this week. The veteran quarterback remains the undisputed QB1 overall thanks to his elite red-zone dominance and massive rushing upside.
News and current context for Josh Allen
Entering his 8th year in the league, Josh Allen comes into Week 8 active and performing at an elite level for the Buffalo offense. Through 6 games in the 2026 season, he has totaled 165.3 PPR points, maintaining a stellar average of 27.6 points per contest. Recently, he has dazzled with spectacular improvisational plays and led his team to a 30-point victory. Meanwhile, the offense continues to thrive with growing chemistry among playmakers and physical dominance near the goal line.
Recent performance and rushing upside
Allen's recent game log highlights his unmatched weekly floor. In Week 3 against the Chargers, he scored 19.5 PPR points with 2 rushing touchdowns, mirroring that 19.5-point output in Week 4 against New England. His peak came in Week 5 against the Rams with 31.5 fantasy points, fueled by 210 passing yards, 1 passing score, 121 rushing yards, and another touchdown, followed by 18.3 points and 2 passing scores in Las Vegas during Week 6.
Week 8 projections and matchup analysis
For this matchup, Allen squares off against Baltimore with a MATCHUP NEUTRAL designation. That defense allows an average of 17.3 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks, ranking 16th overall in the league. Our proprietary model projects him for 22 PPR points, 21.9 in Half PPR, and 21.9 in standard scoring. These strong metrics comfortably place him as the QB1 for the entire week.
Fantasy advice
START · Lock Josh Allen into your starting lineup as your every-week quarterback in PPR, Half PPR, and standard leagues. His historic rushing volume in the red zone and elite passing efficiency give him the highest ceiling at the position. Do not overthink it; he belongs in your active roster.
Projection from the FX Model, Fantasy Expertos' own system.
FAQ
How many fantasy points is Josh Allen projected for in Week 8?
Our model projects Josh Allen to score 22 PPR points in his upcoming matchup.
What is Josh Allen's matchup rating for Week 8?
He faces Baltimore with a MATCHUP NEUTRAL tag, against a defense ranking 16th against quarterbacks.
What is Josh Allen's season average in 2026?
He is averaging 27.6 PPR points per game across 6 active appearances this season.