C.J. Stroud vs Malik Willis
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
Malik Willis- Higher projection: 270 vs 248 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 130 vs 138
- More opportunity: 100% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
C.J. Stroud and Malik Willis are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Malik Willis holds the edge in expert consensus (QB21 to QB23). C.J. Stroud typically comes off the board first, around pick 199 (round 17) to Malik Willis's pick 207. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Malik Willis at 270 PPR points (15.9 per game) versus C.J. Stroud at 248.
Last season Malik Willis carried the heavier workload (100% snap share, 35 touches to C.J. Stroud's 18), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Malik Willis is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stroud | Willis |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 248 | 270 |
| Points / game | 18.5 | 15.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #138 | #130 |
| ADP | 199 | 207 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB10 | QB20 |
| Snap share | 100% | 100% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 5 |
| Age | 25 | 27 |
| Bye week | 8 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis.
Frequently asked
Should I draft C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis in 2026?
Malik Willis is a clear call over C.J. Stroud for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis?
Malik Willis carries the higher 2026 projection at 270 PPR points (15.9 per game), compared with 248 for C.J. Stroud.
Where are C.J. Stroud and Malik Willis being drafted?
C.J. Stroud has an ADP around pick 199 (round 17), while Malik Willis goes closer to pick 207 (round 18).
Who is ranked higher, C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis?
Expert consensus ranks Malik Willis (QB21) ahead of C.J. Stroud (QB23) for 2026.
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