Caleb Williams vs Kyler Murray
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 283 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 63 vs 112
- More points per game: 19.1 vs 16.2
Caleb Williams and Kyler Murray are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Caleb Williams holds the edge in expert consensus (QB7 to QB17). Caleb Williams typically comes off the board first, around pick 71 (round 6) to Kyler Murray's pick 152. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Caleb Williams at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game) versus Kyler Murray at 283.
Last season Caleb Williams carried the heavier workload (99% snap share, 79 touches to Kyler Murray's 29), 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 | Murray |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 299 | 283 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 16.2 |
| Games played | 17 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #63 | #112 |
| ADP | 71 | 152 |
| Positional rank | QB5 | QB38 |
| Snap share | 99% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | 3 |
| Age | 24 | 29 |
| Bye week | 10 | 6 |
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 Kyler Murray.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Caleb Williams or Kyler Murray in 2026?
Caleb Williams is a clear call over Kyler Murray for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Caleb Williams or Kyler Murray?
Caleb Williams carries the higher 2026 projection at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game), compared with 283 for Kyler Murray.
Where are Caleb Williams and Kyler Murray being drafted?
Caleb Williams has an ADP around pick 71 (round 6), while Kyler Murray goes closer to pick 152 (round 13).
Who is ranked higher, Caleb Williams or Kyler Murray?
Expert consensus ranks Caleb Williams (QB7) ahead of Kyler Murray (QB17) for 2026.
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