C.J. Stroud 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
Slight lean · 56% confident
C.J. Stroud- Higher projection: 248 vs 224 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 138 vs 139
- More durable: 14 games vs 13 last season
C.J. Stroud and Daniel Jones are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. C.J. Stroud holds the edge in expert consensus (QB23 to QB24). Daniel Jones typically comes off the board first, around pick 200 (round 17) to C.J. Stroud's pick 202. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: C.J. Stroud at 248 PPR points (14.6 per game) versus Daniel Jones at 224.
Last season C.J. Stroud carried the heavier workload (93% snap share, 48 touches to Daniel Jones's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. C.J. Stroud is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, C.J. Stroud is the narrow pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stroud | Jones |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 248 | 224 |
| Points / game | 15.5 | 18.0 |
| Games played | 14 | 13 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #138 | #139 |
| ADP | 202 | 200 |
| Positional rank | QB21 | QB17 |
| Snap share | 93% | 91% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 15 |
| Age | 24 | 29 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: C.J. Stroud or Daniel Jones.
Frequently asked
Should I draft C.J. Stroud or Daniel Jones in 2026?
C.J. Stroud is a slight lean over Daniel Jones for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, C.J. Stroud or Daniel Jones?
C.J. Stroud carries the higher 2026 projection at 248 PPR points (14.6 per game), compared with 224 for Daniel Jones.
Where are C.J. Stroud and Daniel Jones being drafted?
Daniel Jones has an ADP around pick 200 (round 17), while C.J. Stroud goes closer to pick 202 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, C.J. Stroud or Daniel Jones?
Expert consensus ranks C.J. Stroud (QB23) ahead of Daniel Jones (QB24) for 2026.
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