Caleb Williams vs Justin Herbert
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
Caleb Williams- Higher projection: 299 vs 296 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 63 vs 69
- More points per game: 19.1 vs 18.7
Caleb Williams and Justin Herbert are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Caleb Williams holds the edge in expert consensus (QB7 to QB8). Caleb Williams typically comes off the board first, around pick 71 (round 6) to Justin Herbert's pick 83. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Caleb Williams at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game) versus Justin Herbert at 296.
Last season Justin Herbert carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 83 touches to Caleb Williams's 79), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Caleb Williams is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Caleb Williams is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Williams | Herbert |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 299 | 296 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 18.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #63 | #69 |
| ADP | 71 | 83 |
| Positional rank | QB5 | QB10 |
| Snap share | 99% | 97% |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | 12 |
| Age | 24 | 28 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Caleb Williams or Justin Herbert.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Caleb Williams or Justin Herbert in 2026?
Caleb Williams is a clear call over Justin Herbert for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Caleb Williams or Justin Herbert?
Caleb Williams carries the higher 2026 projection at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game), compared with 296 for Justin Herbert.
Where are Caleb Williams and Justin Herbert being drafted?
Caleb Williams has an ADP around pick 71 (round 6), while Justin Herbert goes closer to pick 83 (round 7).
Who is ranked higher, Caleb Williams or Justin Herbert?
Expert consensus ranks Caleb Williams (QB7) ahead of Justin Herbert (QB8) for 2026.
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