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NFL Most Passing Yards of the Year 2025: Down Goes Joe Burrow and the Race Becomes Wide Open

Updated: September 24, 2025, 04:33 AM ET
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  • Justin Herbert had the only 300+ yard game of the week after completing 28 of 47 passes for 300 yards vs. the Broncos

  • Other notable performances include: Caleb Williams (298 yards), Geno Smith (289 yards), Lamar Jackson (288 yards), and Mac Jones (284 yards)

  • Notable underperformers: Jordan Love (183 yards), Aaron Rodgers (139 yards), Bo Nix (153 yards), and Michael Penix Jr. (172 yards)

A good quarterback is considered a must for every team in the NFL. If a team does not have a talented QB who can generate passing yards with regularity, it is hard to win in today’s NFL. Plus, they are a lot of fun to watch and bet on.

On this page, we’ll keep you updated on the latest NFL Passing Yards leader odds and so much more!

NFL Passing Yards Leaders Odds

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PlayerTeamOdds
Dak PrescottDallas Cowboys+450
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Justin HerbertLos Angeles Chargers+500
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Jared GoffDetroit Lions+500
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Geno SmithLas Vegas Raiders+700
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Daniel JonesIndianapolis Colts+1000
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Matthew StaffordLos Angeles Rams+1200
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Patrick MahomesKansas City Chiefs+1400
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Josh AllenBuffalo Bills+1500
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Russell WilsonNew York Giants+1600
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Drake MayeNew England Patriots+2000
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NFL Most Passing Yards Leader Predictions

Joe Burrow was expected to defend his title as he and Ja/Marr Chase played catch all season, posting gaud numbers in the process. But Burrow will miss most of the season, which means we will see a new passing yards champion rise. 

But I wouldn’t count on Dak Prescott being that guy even though he’s the favorite. The offensive focus seems to be on incremental progress down the field, no chunk plays. His numbers will likely be unimpressive unless he gets in another shoot out like he did vs. the Giants.

Without CeeDee Lamb in the lineup, the passing game will suffer, and it already wasn’t great.

With the run game not really getting off the ground, the Raiders have needed to pass, and Geno Smith has been more than happy to oblige. He’s 29 yards behind Herbert, the current leader, but you have to be concerned about him struggling from time to time.

Four players have 800+ yards through Week 3, and four more have 750+. All it takes is one solid game (or one game vs. the Dallas defense), and the hierarchy could be in for some changes yet again.

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NFL Most Passing Yards Leader - My Pick

Joe Burrow is out, and we can probably cross off Brock Purdy, too. But there are several solid options, and several bettors shouldn’t touch like Dak Prescott. Dallas isn’t trying too hard to push the ball downfield, and with CeeDee Lamb missing time, he will likely do so even less.

Geno Smith is an intriguing option, but that game vs. the Chargers, where he struggled, is enough to scare me off of him.

As for who I would bet, it’s not a sexy pick, but I have to go with the favorite, Justin Herbert. He’s got two 300+ yard games to his name, and Harbaugh appears to be committed to the passing game. If that remains true, Herbert could have an excellent season throwing the ball..

Keep an eye on Daniel Jones, Jared Goff, Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford (a great dark horse pick), and Caleb Williams (a solid longshot after three weeks).

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How to Bet on the NFL Passing Yards Leader Odds

The NFL Passing Yards leader is a futures market that allows you to bet on which quarterback will lead the NFL in passing yards. It’s a pretty straightforward market; the player with the most wins. Betting on a player to do so is pretty straightforward.

To begin, I suggest conducting some research into the top players on the board, i.e., who they play for, their team’s offensive philosophy, roster depth (receivers and o-line), play calling, etc. Once you feel like you can make an informed decision, do the following:

  • Read our sportsbook reviews and decide on a sportsbook(s) to join. Download their respective sports betting apps and register for a new account.

  • Be sure to do whatever you need to so that you can claim their welcome bonus.

  • Find the page with ‘NFL Passing Yards Leader odds’ and locate the player you wish to bet on.

  • Fill out the betting slip and place your bet.

How to Read NFL Passing Yards Leader Odds

As a futures market, the odds for a player to lead the league in passing yards will be a three-digit number with either a + or – in front of it, designating whether the market has ‘plus money odds’ or minus money odds.’ What does that mean?

If a player has plus money odds, i.e., +110, +500, +900, +1500, etc., the number is what a $100 wager at those odds would win. For example, a $100 bet +110 would result in a $210 payday, your stake plus $110 in winnings.

But if it’s later in the season and it’s become obvious who will probably win, that player will have ‘minus money odds’ like -110, -250, -500, etc. What that means is that to win $100, you’ll need to bet that number.

For example, if your player has odds of -500, it will take a $500 wager to win $100.

Where to Bet on NFL Passing Yards Leader Odds

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My favorite betting sites are BetMGM Sportsbook and FanDuel Sportsbook. Both have competitive odds and good apps.

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NFL Passing Yards Leader - History

The following table contains the passing yards leader from the last 15 seasons, his total yards, and his preseason odds:

Season Player Team
2024 Joe Burrow Cincinnati Bengals
2023 Tua Tagovailoa Miami Dolphins
2022 Patrick Mahomes Kansas City Chiefs
2021 Tom Brady Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2020 Deshaun Watson Houston Texans
2019 Jameis Winston Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2018 Ben Roethlisberger Pittsburgh Steelers
2017 Tom Brady New England Patriots
2016 Drew Brees New Orleans Saints
2015 Drew Brees New Orleans Saints
2014 Drew Brees/Ben Roethlisberger NO Saints/Pitt Steelers
2013 Peyton Manning Denver Broncos
2012 Drew Brees New Orleans Saints
2011 Drew Brees New Orleans Saints
2010 Phillip Rivers San Diego Chargers

NFL Most Passing Yards FAQ

How is the Passing Yards Leader Decided?

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How Often Has the NFL Passing Yards Leader Gone on to Win the Super Bowl?

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