Cam Ward vs Jordan Love
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
Jordan Love- Higher projection: 279 vs 228 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 115 vs 152
- More points per game: 16.1 vs 11.4
Cam Ward and Jordan Love are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jordan Love holds the edge in expert consensus (QB18 to QB25). Jordan Love typically comes off the board first, around pick 161 (round 14) to Cam Ward's pick 230. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jordan Love at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game) versus Cam Ward at 228.
Last season Jordan Love carried the heavier workload (94% snap share, 47 touches to Cam Ward's 39), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Cam Ward is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jordan Love is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Ward | Love |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 228 | 279 |
| Points / game | 11.4 | 16.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #152 | #115 |
| ADP | 230 | 161 |
| Positional rank | QB22 | QB15 |
| Snap share | 100% | 94% |
| Red-zone touches | 10 | 6 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Bye week | 9 | 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: Cam Ward or Jordan Love.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cam Ward or Jordan Love in 2026?
Jordan Love is a clear call over Cam Ward for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Cam Ward or Jordan Love?
Jordan Love carries the higher 2026 projection at 279 PPR points (16.4 per game), compared with 228 for Cam Ward.
Where are Cam Ward and Jordan Love being drafted?
Jordan Love has an ADP around pick 161 (round 14), while Cam Ward goes closer to pick 230 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cam Ward or Jordan Love?
Expert consensus ranks Jordan Love (QB18) ahead of Cam Ward (QB25) for 2026.
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