Aaron Rodgers vs Baker Mayfield
Two quarterbacks fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
Baker Mayfield- Higher projection: 275 vs 177 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 118 vs 196
- More points per game: 16.6 vs 14.6
Aaron Rodgers and Baker Mayfield are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Baker Mayfield holds the edge in expert consensus (QB19 to QB28). Baker Mayfield typically comes off the board first, around pick 145 (round 13) to Aaron Rodgers's pick 229. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Baker Mayfield at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game) versus Aaron Rodgers at 177.
Last season Baker Mayfield carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 55 touches to Aaron Rodgers's 22), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Baker Mayfield is the younger option (age 31), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Baker Mayfield is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Rodgers | Mayfield |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 177 | 275 |
| Points / game | 14.6 | 16.6 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #196 | #118 |
| ADP | 229 | 145 |
| Positional rank | QB18 | QB12 |
| Snap share | 95% | 97% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 8 |
| Age | 42 | 31 |
| Bye week | 9 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Aaron Rodgers or Baker Mayfield.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Aaron Rodgers or Baker Mayfield in 2026?
Baker Mayfield is a clear call over Aaron Rodgers for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Aaron Rodgers or Baker Mayfield?
Baker Mayfield carries the higher 2026 projection at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game), compared with 177 for Aaron Rodgers.
Where are Aaron Rodgers and Baker Mayfield being drafted?
Baker Mayfield has an ADP around pick 145 (round 13), while Aaron Rodgers goes closer to pick 229 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Aaron Rodgers or Baker Mayfield?
Expert consensus ranks Baker Mayfield (QB19) ahead of Aaron Rodgers (QB28) for 2026.
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