C.J. Stroud vs Jordan Love
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
Jordan Love- Higher projection: 279 vs 248 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 115 vs 138
- More points per game: 16.1 vs 15.5
C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jordan Love holds the edge in expert consensus (QB18 to QB23). Jordan Love typically comes off the board first, around pick 161 (round 14) to C.J. Stroud's pick 202. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jordan Love at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game) versus C.J. Stroud at 248.
Last season C.J. Stroud carried the heavier workload (93% snap share, 48 touches to Jordan Love's 47), 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, Jordan Love is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stroud | Love |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 248 | 279 |
| Points / game | 15.5 | 16.1 |
| Games played | 14 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #138 | #115 |
| ADP | 202 | 161 |
| Positional rank | QB21 | QB15 |
| Snap share | 93% | 94% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 6 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| 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 Jordan Love.
Frequently asked
Should I draft C.J. Stroud or Jordan Love in 2026?
Jordan Love 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 Jordan Love?
Jordan Love carries the higher 2026 projection at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game), compared with 248 for C.J. Stroud.
Where are C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love being drafted?
Jordan Love has an ADP around pick 161 (round 14), while C.J. Stroud goes closer to pick 202 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, C.J. Stroud or Jordan Love?
Expert consensus ranks Jordan Love (QB18) ahead of C.J. Stroud (QB23) for 2026.
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