Baker Mayfield vs Jordan Love
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
Jordan Love- Higher projection: 279 vs 275 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 115 vs 118
- More points per game: 18.9 vs 11.0
Baker Mayfield and Jordan Love are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jordan Love holds the edge in expert consensus (QB18 to QB19). Baker Mayfield typically comes off the board first, around pick 144 (round 12) to Jordan Love's pick 159. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jordan Love at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game) versus Baker Mayfield at 275.
Last season Baker Mayfield carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 12 touches to Jordan Love's 11), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jordan Love is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jordan Love is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mayfield | Love |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 275 | 279 |
| Points / game | 11.0 | 18.9 |
| Games played | 4 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #118 | #115 |
| ADP | 144 | 159 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB31 | QB7 |
| Snap share | 98% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 2 |
| Age | 31 | 27 |
| Bye week | 10 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Baker Mayfield or Jordan Love.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Baker Mayfield or Jordan Love in 2026?
Jordan Love is a clear call over Baker Mayfield for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Baker Mayfield or Jordan Love?
Jordan Love carries the higher 2026 projection at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game), compared with 275 for Baker Mayfield.
Where are Baker Mayfield and Jordan Love being drafted?
Baker Mayfield has an ADP around pick 144 (round 12), while Jordan Love goes closer to pick 159 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Baker Mayfield or Jordan Love?
Expert consensus ranks Jordan Love (QB18) ahead of Baker Mayfield (QB19) for 2026.
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