Baker Mayfield vs Cam Ward
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 228 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 118 vs 152
- More points per game: 16.6 vs 11.4
Baker Mayfield and Cam Ward are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Baker Mayfield holds the edge in expert consensus (QB19 to QB25). Baker Mayfield typically comes off the board first, around pick 145 (round 13) to Cam Ward's pick 230. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Baker Mayfield at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game) versus Cam Ward at 228.
Last season Baker Mayfield carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 55 touches to Cam Ward's 39), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Cam Ward is the younger option (age 24), 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 | Mayfield | Ward |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 275 | 228 |
| Points / game | 16.6 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #118 | #152 |
| ADP | 145 | 230 |
| Positional rank | QB12 | QB22 |
| Snap share | 97% | 100% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 10 |
| Age | 31 | 24 |
| Bye week | 10 | 9 |
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 Cam Ward.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Baker Mayfield or Cam Ward in 2026?
Baker Mayfield is a clear call over Cam Ward for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Baker Mayfield or Cam Ward?
Baker Mayfield carries the higher 2026 projection at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game), compared with 228 for Cam Ward.
Where are Baker Mayfield and Cam Ward being drafted?
Baker Mayfield has an ADP around pick 145 (round 13), while Cam Ward goes closer to pick 230 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Baker Mayfield or Cam Ward?
Expert consensus ranks Baker Mayfield (QB19) ahead of Cam Ward (QB25) for 2026.
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