C.J. Stroud vs Drake Maye
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
Drake Maye- Higher projection: 321 vs 248 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 36 vs 138
- More points per game: 21.2 vs 15.5
C.J. Stroud and Drake Maye are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Drake Maye holds the edge in expert consensus (QB3 to QB23). Drake Maye typically comes off the board first, around pick 49 (round 5) to C.J. Stroud's pick 202. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Drake Maye at 321 PPR points (18.9 per game) versus C.J. Stroud at 248.
Last season Drake Maye carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 104 touches to C.J. Stroud's 48), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Drake Maye is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stroud | Maye |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 248 | 321 |
| Points / game | 15.5 | 21.2 |
| Games played | 14 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #138 | #36 |
| ADP | 202 | 49 |
| Positional rank | QB21 | QB2 |
| Snap share | 93% | 97% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 19 |
| Age | 24 | 24 |
| 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: C.J. Stroud or Drake Maye.
Frequently asked
Should I draft C.J. Stroud or Drake Maye in 2026?
Drake Maye 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, C.J. Stroud or Drake Maye?
Drake Maye carries the higher 2026 projection at 321 PPR points (18.9 per game), compared with 248 for C.J. Stroud.
Where are C.J. Stroud and Drake Maye being drafted?
Drake Maye has an ADP around pick 49 (round 5), while C.J. Stroud goes closer to pick 202 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, C.J. Stroud or Drake Maye?
Expert consensus ranks Drake Maye (QB3) ahead of C.J. Stroud (QB23) for 2026.
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