Bo Nix vs Matthew Stafford
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 280 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 96 vs 104
- More opportunity: 100% snap share, 17 red-zone touches
Bo Nix and Matthew Stafford are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Bo Nix holds the edge in expert consensus (QB12 to QB16). Matthew Stafford typically comes off the board first, around pick 94 (round 8) to Bo Nix's pick 117. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Bo Nix at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game) versus Matthew Stafford at 280.
Last season Bo Nix carried the heavier workload (100% snap share, 84 touches to Matthew Stafford's 29), 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 the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Nix | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 296 | 280 |
| Points / game | 18.6 | 21.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #96 | #104 |
| ADP | 117 | 94 |
| Positional rank | QB7 | QB3 |
| Snap share | 100% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 7 |
| Age | 26 | 38 |
| Bye week | 10 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Bo Nix or Matthew Stafford.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Bo Nix or Matthew Stafford in 2026?
Bo Nix is a clear call over Matthew Stafford for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Bo Nix or Matthew Stafford?
Bo Nix carries the higher 2026 projection at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game), compared with 280 for Matthew Stafford.
Where are Bo Nix and Matthew Stafford being drafted?
Matthew Stafford has an ADP around pick 94 (round 8), while Bo Nix goes closer to pick 117 (round 10).
Who is ranked higher, Bo Nix or Matthew Stafford?
Expert consensus ranks Bo Nix (QB12) ahead of Matthew Stafford (QB16) for 2026.
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