Baker Mayfield vs Bo Nix
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
Bo Nix- Higher projection: 296 vs 275 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 96 vs 118
- More points per game: 18.6 vs 16.6
Baker Mayfield and Bo Nix are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Bo Nix holds the edge in expert consensus (QB12 to QB19). Bo Nix typically comes off the board first, around pick 117 (round 10) to Baker Mayfield's pick 145. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Bo Nix at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game) versus Baker Mayfield at 275.
Last season Bo Nix carried the heavier workload (100% snap share, 84 touches to Baker Mayfield's 55), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Bo Nix is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Bo Nix is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mayfield | Nix |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 275 | 296 |
| Points / game | 16.6 | 18.6 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #118 | #96 |
| ADP | 145 | 117 |
| Positional rank | QB12 | QB7 |
| Snap share | 97% | 100% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 17 |
| Age | 31 | 26 |
| Bye week | 10 | 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: Baker Mayfield or Bo Nix.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Baker Mayfield or Bo Nix in 2026?
Bo Nix is a clear call over Baker Mayfield for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Baker Mayfield or Bo Nix?
Bo Nix carries the higher 2026 projection at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game), compared with 275 for Baker Mayfield.
Where are Baker Mayfield and Bo Nix being drafted?
Bo Nix has an ADP around pick 117 (round 10), while Baker Mayfield goes closer to pick 145 (round 13).
Who is ranked higher, Baker Mayfield or Bo Nix?
Expert consensus ranks Bo Nix (QB12) ahead of Baker Mayfield (QB19) for 2026.
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