Caleb Williams vs Tyler Shough
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 271 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 63 vs 124
- More points per game: 19.1 vs 14.9
Caleb Williams and Tyler Shough are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Caleb Williams holds the edge in expert consensus (QB7 to QB20). Caleb Williams typically comes off the board first, around pick 71 (round 6) to Tyler Shough's pick 182. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Caleb Williams at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game) versus Tyler Shough at 271.
Last season Caleb Williams carried the heavier workload (99% snap share, 79 touches to Tyler Shough's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Shough |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 299 | 271 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 14.9 |
| Games played | 17 | 11 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #63 | #124 |
| ADP | 71 | 182 |
| Positional rank | QB5 | QB26 |
| Snap share | 99% | 51% |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | 13 |
| Age | 24 | 26 |
| Bye week | 10 | 8 |
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 Tyler Shough.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Caleb Williams or Tyler Shough in 2026?
Caleb Williams is a clear call over Tyler Shough for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Caleb Williams or Tyler Shough?
Caleb Williams carries the higher 2026 projection at 299 PPR points (17.6 per game), compared with 271 for Tyler Shough.
Where are Caleb Williams and Tyler Shough being drafted?
Caleb Williams has an ADP around pick 71 (round 6), while Tyler Shough goes closer to pick 182 (round 16).
Who is ranked higher, Caleb Williams or Tyler Shough?
Expert consensus ranks Caleb Williams (QB7) ahead of Tyler Shough (QB20) for 2026.
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