Aaron Rodgers vs Jared Goff
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
Jared Goff- Higher projection: 284 vs 177 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 103 vs 196
- More points per game: 17.9 vs 14.6
Aaron Rodgers and Jared Goff are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jared Goff holds the edge in expert consensus (QB15 to QB28). Jared Goff typically comes off the board first, around pick 131 (round 11) to Aaron Rodgers's pick 229. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jared Goff at 284 PPR points (16.7 per game) versus Aaron Rodgers at 177.
Last season Aaron Rodgers carried the heavier workload (95% snap share, 22 touches to Jared Goff's 19), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jared Goff is the younger option (age 31), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jared Goff is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Rodgers | Goff |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 177 | 284 |
| Points / game | 14.6 | 17.9 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #196 | #103 |
| ADP | 229 | 131 |
| Positional rank | QB18 | QB8 |
| Snap share | 95% | 98% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 3 |
| Age | 42 | 31 |
| Bye week | 9 | 6 |
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 Jared Goff.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Aaron Rodgers or Jared Goff in 2026?
Jared Goff 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 Jared Goff?
Jared Goff carries the higher 2026 projection at 284 PPR points (16.7 per game), compared with 177 for Aaron Rodgers.
Where are Aaron Rodgers and Jared Goff being drafted?
Jared Goff has an ADP around pick 131 (round 11), while Aaron Rodgers goes closer to pick 229 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Aaron Rodgers or Jared Goff?
Expert consensus ranks Jared Goff (QB15) ahead of Aaron Rodgers (QB28) for 2026.
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