Baker Mayfield vs Daniel Jones
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 224 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 118 vs 139
- Better positional rank: QB12 vs QB17
Baker Mayfield and Daniel Jones are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Baker Mayfield holds the edge in expert consensus (QB19 to QB24). Baker Mayfield typically comes off the board first, around pick 145 (round 13) to Daniel Jones's pick 200. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Baker Mayfield at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game) versus Daniel Jones at 224.
Last season Baker Mayfield carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 55 touches to Daniel Jones's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Jones |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 275 | 224 |
| Points / game | 16.6 | 18.0 |
| Games played | 17 | 13 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #118 | #139 |
| ADP | 145 | 200 |
| Positional rank | QB12 | QB17 |
| Snap share | 97% | 91% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 15 |
| Age | 31 | 29 |
| Bye week | 10 | 13 |
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 Daniel Jones.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Baker Mayfield or Daniel Jones in 2026?
Baker Mayfield is a clear call over Daniel Jones for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Baker Mayfield or Daniel Jones?
Baker Mayfield carries the higher 2026 projection at 275 PPR points (16.2 per game), compared with 224 for Daniel Jones.
Where are Baker Mayfield and Daniel Jones being drafted?
Baker Mayfield has an ADP around pick 145 (round 13), while Daniel Jones goes closer to pick 200 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Baker Mayfield or Daniel Jones?
Expert consensus ranks Baker Mayfield (QB19) ahead of Daniel Jones (QB24) for 2026.
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