Caleb Williams vs Matthew Stafford
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 280 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 63 vs 104
- More opportunity: 99% snap share, 21 red-zone touches
Caleb Williams and Matthew Stafford are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Caleb Williams holds the edge in expert consensus (QB7 to QB16). Caleb Williams typically comes off the board first, around pick 71 (round 6) to Matthew Stafford's pick 94. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Caleb Williams at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game) versus Matthew Stafford at 280.
Last season Caleb Williams carried the heavier workload (99% snap share, 79 touches to Matthew Stafford'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 | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 299 | 280 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 21.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #63 | #104 |
| ADP | 71 | 94 |
| Positional rank | QB5 | QB3 |
| Snap share | 99% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | 7 |
| Age | 24 | 38 |
| Bye week | 10 | 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: Caleb Williams or Matthew Stafford.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Caleb Williams or Matthew Stafford in 2026?
Caleb Williams is a clear call over Matthew Stafford for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Caleb Williams or Matthew Stafford?
Caleb Williams carries the higher 2026 projection at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game), compared with 280 for Matthew Stafford.
Where are Caleb Williams and Matthew Stafford being drafted?
Caleb Williams has an ADP around pick 71 (round 6), while Matthew Stafford goes closer to pick 94 (round 8).
Who is ranked higher, Caleb Williams or Matthew Stafford?
Expert consensus ranks Caleb Williams (QB7) ahead of Matthew Stafford (QB16) for 2026.
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