Brock Purdy vs Sam Darnold
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 263 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 94 vs 137
- More points per game: 20.8 vs 14.7
Brock Purdy and Sam Darnold are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Brock Purdy holds the edge in expert consensus (QB11 to QB22). Brock Purdy typically comes off the board first, around pick 122 (round 11) to Sam Darnold's pick 163. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brock Purdy at 303 PPR points (17.8 per game) versus Sam Darnold at 263.
Last season Sam Darnold carried the heavier workload (96% snap share, 35 touches to Brock Purdy's 33), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Brock Purdy is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. 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 | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 303 | 263 |
| Points / game | 20.8 | 14.7 |
| Games played | 9 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #94 | #137 |
| ADP | 122 | 163 |
| Positional rank | QB24 | QB13 |
| Snap share | 98% | 96% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 6 |
| Age | 26 | 29 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Brock Purdy or Sam Darnold.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brock Purdy or Sam Darnold in 2026?
Brock Purdy is a clear call over Sam Darnold for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brock Purdy or Sam Darnold?
Brock Purdy carries the higher 2026 projection at 303 PPR points (17.8 per game), compared with 263 for Sam Darnold.
Where are Brock Purdy and Sam Darnold being drafted?
Brock Purdy has an ADP around pick 122 (round 11), while Sam Darnold goes closer to pick 163 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Brock Purdy or Sam Darnold?
Expert consensus ranks Brock Purdy (QB11) ahead of Sam Darnold (QB22) for 2026.
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