Brock Purdy vs C.J. Stroud
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
Brock Purdy- Higher projection: 303 vs 248 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 94 vs 138
- More points per game: 20.8 vs 15.5
Brock Purdy and C.J. Stroud are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Brock Purdy holds the edge in expert consensus (QB11 to QB23). Brock Purdy typically comes off the board first, around pick 122 (round 11) to C.J. Stroud's pick 202. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brock Purdy at 303 PPR points (17.8 per game) versus C.J. Stroud at 248.
Last season C.J. Stroud carried the heavier workload (93% snap share, 48 touches to Brock Purdy's 33), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Brock Purdy is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Purdy | Stroud |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 303 | 248 |
| Points / game | 20.8 | 15.5 |
| Games played | 9 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #94 | #138 |
| ADP | 122 | 202 |
| Positional rank | QB24 | QB21 |
| Snap share | 98% | 93% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 8 |
| Age | 26 | 24 |
| Bye week | 8 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud in 2026?
Brock Purdy is a clear call over C.J. Stroud for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud?
Brock Purdy carries the higher 2026 projection at 303 PPR points (17.8 per game), compared with 248 for C.J. Stroud.
Where are Brock Purdy and C.J. Stroud being drafted?
Brock Purdy has an ADP around pick 122 (round 11), while C.J. Stroud goes closer to pick 202 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud?
Expert consensus ranks Brock Purdy (QB11) ahead of C.J. Stroud (QB23) for 2026.
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