Zach Allen Stats: Complete NFL Career Statistics, Season Highlights, and Performance Analysis (2019–2026)

John Rizzo

Zach Allen Stats

Zachary William-Jacob Allen, commonly known as Zach Allen, has established himself as one of the NFL’s most productive defensive linemen.

Since entering the league in 2019, Allen has developed from a rotational defender with the Arizona Cardinals into an All-Pro performer for the Denver Broncos.

His career reflects steady improvement in sacks, quarterback pressures, tackles for loss, and defensive consistency.

The following tables organize his career statistics, individual season performances, advanced defensive metrics, and major achievements.

Zach Allen Player Profile
  • Full Name: Zachary William-Jacob Allen
  • Date of Birth: August 20, 1997
  • Age: 29 years old
  • Birthplace: New Canaan, Connecticut, USA
  • Nationality: American
  • Height: 6 ft 5 in (196 cm)
  • Weight: 285 lbs (129 kg)
  • Position: Defensive Tackle / Defensive End
  • Current Team: Denver Broncos
  • Jersey Number: #99
  • College: Boston College
  • NFL Draft: 2019
  • Draft Round: Third Round
  • Overall Pick: 65th
  • Drafted By: Arizona Cardinals
  • NFL Teams: Arizona Cardinals (2019–2022), Denver Broncos (2023–present)
  • Major Honors: AP Second-Team All-Pro (2024), AP First-Team All-Pro (2025), Pro Bowl (2025)

Zach Allen Career Regular-Season Stats (2019–2026)

Across 101 regular-season appearances and 91 starts, Allen has accumulated significant defensive production. His career totals demonstrate his effectiveness as both a run defender and a pass rusher.

Statistical CategoryCareer Total
Games Played101
Games Started91
Combined Tackles318
Solo Tackles162
Assisted Tackles156
Sacks36.5
Tackles for Loss52
Quarterback Hits170
Passes Defended25
Forced Fumbles2
Fumble Recoveries3
Interceptions1
Safeties1
Defensive Touchdowns1

Key takeaway: Allen’s 36.5 career sacks and 170 quarterback hits highlight his ability to disrupt opposing quarterbacks from multiple defensive alignments.

Zach Allen Season-by-Season Statistical Highlights

Allen’s NFL journey began with limited opportunities in Arizona before progressing into a full-time starting role. His move to Denver in 2023 marked another significant stage in his development.

SeasonTeamKey Statistics and Achievements
2019Arizona Cardinals4 games, 1 start, 8 tackles, 1 TFL, 3 QB hits
2020Arizona CardinalsContinued development in defensive rotation
2021Arizona Cardinals48 tackles, 4.0 sacks, 14 QB hits, 3 fumble recoveries, 1 INT
2022Arizona CardinalsFinal season with Arizona; 79% defensive snap share
2023Denver Broncos911 defensive snaps, 81% snap share
2024Denver Broncos61 tackles, 8.5 sacks, 15 TFL, 40 QB hits
2025Denver Broncos38 tackles, 7.0 sacks, 47 QB hits, First-Team All-Pro
2026*Denver Broncos21 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 16 QB hits, 1 forced fumble

Denver Broncos Performance Comparison: 2024 vs. 2025

Allen delivered two standout campaigns in Denver, combining strong pass-rushing production with consistent defensive responsibilities.

Statistical Category2024 Season2025 Season
Games Started1617
Combined Tackles6138
Sacks8.57.0
Tackles for Loss15Not specified
Quarterback Hits4047
Total PressuresNot specified50
Quarterback KnockdownsNot specified32
Safeties1Not specified
Approximate Value (AV)1519
AP All-Pro RecognitionSecond TeamFirst Team
Pro Bowl—Selected
Defensive Player of the Year Voting14thNot specified

Although Allen’s tackle total decreased from 61 in 2024 to 38 in 2025, his quarterback hits increased from 40 to 47. This suggests that his defensive impact became increasingly concentrated on pressuring quarterbacks.

Zach Allen Advanced Pass-Rushing Statistics

Advanced defensive statistics provide additional insight into Allen’s effectiveness beyond traditional sacks and tackles.

Advanced MetricCareer Total
Total Pressures193
Quarterback Knockdowns112
Quarterback Hurries35
Batted Passes20
Quarterback Hits170
Tackles for Loss52
Missed Tackle Rate6.2%
Defensive Snaps4,962
Special Teams Snaps459

Allen’s 193 career pressures and 112 quarterback knockdowns demonstrate his ability to influence passing plays even when he does not record a sack.

Arizona Cardinals vs. Denver Broncos: Career Comparison

Allen’s transition from Arizona to Denver coincided with considerable statistical improvement, particularly in pass-rushing production.

Statistical CategoryArizona Cardinals (2019–2022)Denver Broncos (2023–2026)
Seasons44
Games Played4556
Games Started3556
Combined Tackles138180
Solo Tackles7983
Sacks11.525.0
Tackles for Loss2131
Quarterback Hits43127
Total Pressures54139
Quarterback Knockdowns2983
Approximate Value1740
Sacks Per Game0.260.45
QB Hits Per Game0.962.27

Pass-Rushing Improvement by Team

Quarterback hits per game

Arizona Cardinals vs. Denver Broncos, using supplied career totals

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The comparison highlights a substantial increase in Allen’s pass-rushing output after joining Denver. His quarterback hits per game rose from 0.96 to 2.27, while his sacks per game increased from approximately 0.26 to 0.45.

Zach Allen 2026 Game-by-Game Stats

According to the supplied six-game breakdown, Allen recorded 21 combined tackles, 4.5 sacks, 16 quarterback hits, and one forced fumble during the opening portion of the 2026 season.

DateOpponentTacklesSacksQB HitsNotable Performance
Sept. 14@ Kansas City Chiefs52.032 TFL
Sept. 20vs. Jacksonville Jaguars1011 solo tackle
Sept. 27vs. Los Angeles Rams21.051 TFL
Oct. 4@ San Francisco 49ers5032 solo tackles
Oct. 11@ Los Angeles Chargers31.031 forced fumble, 1 TFL
Oct. 15vs. Seattle Seahawks50.512 passes defended
Reported total6 games214.5161 forced fumble

Publication check: The six listed sack figures add up to 5.5, not 4.5. The game dates, opponents, and results also need independent confirmation.

Zach Allen Postseason Career Stats

Allen has contributed to playoff appearances with both Arizona and Denver. His postseason statistics reflect his ability to produce tackles and quarterback pressure in important games.

Statistical CategoryPostseason Total
Playoff Games4
Playoff Starts4
Combined Tackles18
Solo Tackles11
Assisted Tackles7
Sacks2.5
Tackles for Loss2
Quarterback Hits6
Total Pressures7
Tackles Per Game4.50
Sacks Per Game0.63
QB Hits Per Game1.50

Postseason Performance by Year

Playoff SeasonTeamKey Statistics
2021Arizona CardinalsFirst career playoff appearance
2024Denver Broncos5 tackles, 1.0 sack, 2 TFL, 2 QB hits
2025Denver Broncos2 games, 9 tackles, 1.5 sacks, 4 QB hits, 5 pressures

Allen’s postseason production includes 2.5 sacks and six quarterback hits across four playoff appearances, according to the supplied figures.

Zach Allen Defensive Snap Counts and Durability

Allen’s increasing snap counts illustrate his progression from a situational contributor to a defensive-line starter capable of handling substantial workloads.

SeasonTeamDefensive SnapsDefensive Snap Share
2019Arizona Cardinals14451%
2021Arizona Cardinals68570%
2022Arizona Cardinals66079%
2023Denver Broncos91181%
2024Denver Broncos96489%
2025Denver Broncos79771%
Career TotalBoth Teams4,962Varies by season

Allen’s highest reported defensive workload occurred in 2024, when he played 964 defensive snaps and participated in 89% of Denver’s defensive plays.

Zach Allen NFL Awards and Achievements

YearAward or RecognitionDetails
2019NFL Draft SelectionThird round, 65th overall
2024AP Second-Team All-ProRecognized for defensive-line performance
2024Defensive Player of the Year VotingFinished 14th
2025AP First-Team All-ProEarned first-team recognition
2025Pro Bowl SelectionFirst career selection
2025Career-High Approximate Value19 AV
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John Rizzo

I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn