NFL.com Analysts Predict 2,000-Yard Seasons for Jonathan Taylor and Ja'Marr Chase in 2026
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Updated · NFL.com · Sep 5
NFL.com Analysts Predict 2,000-Yard Seasons for Jonathan Taylor and Ja'Marr Chase in 2026
3 articles · Updated · NFL.com · Sep 5
Summary
NFL.com’s 2026 forecast package centers on record-chasing stars, with Jonathan Taylor projected to rush for 2,000 yards and Ja’Marr Chase to become the league’s first 2,000-yard receiver.
Brock Bowers drew two of the boldest calls: leading the NFL in catches as the first tight end to do so since 2004 and breaking Michael Thomas’ single-season receptions record of 149.
Justin Herbert also featured prominently, with analysts predicting a second 5,000-yard passing season and Ladd McConkey winning the receiving triple crown in a pass-heavier Chargers offense.
Caleb Williams was picked to win MVP with a 4,000-yard season and another NFC North title for Chicago, while one analyst said Detroit could top Denver’s 606-point single-season scoring record.
Other long-shot calls included Kyler Murray topping 5,000 total yards to return Minnesota to the playoffs and undrafted Jack Strand finishing 2026 with more Falcons starts than Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.