Who led the 2026 NFL preseason in passing yards?

Tyler Shough led the 2026 NFL preseason in passing yards with 410 yards.

Passing-yardage leaders are determined by total passing yards accumulated during preseason games, regardless of whether a quarterback is a starter, reserve or competing for a roster role. Shough’s 410 yards topped the preseason statistical table.

Preseason passing numbers require context. Teams commonly limit the playing time of established starters and give quarterbacks battling for depth-chart positions more snaps, creating a different statistical environment from the regular season.

Shough’s appearance at the top of the passing table therefore reflects both his production and his opportunity. A preseason passing leader is not automatically the league’s regular-season passing leader, because regular-season schedules and playing time are different.