Dillon Gabriel vs Riley Leonard
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
Clear edge · 74% confident
Riley Leonard- Higher projection: 12 vs 12 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 546 vs 560
- Healthier: no injury designation vs IR
Dillon Gabriel and Riley Leonard are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Riley Leonard holds the edge in expert consensus (QB61 to QB63). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Riley Leonard at 12 PPR points (0.7 per game) versus Dillon Gabriel at 12.
Last season Dillon Gabriel carried the heavier workload (40% snap share, 14 touches to Riley Leonard's 6), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Riley Leonard is the solid pick on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Gabriel | Leonard |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 12 | 12 |
| Points / game | 7.2 | 6.4 |
| Games played | 10 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #560 | #546 |
| Positional rank | QB40 | QB48 |
| Snap share | 40% | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 2 |
| Age | 25 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Dillon Gabriel or Riley Leonard.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dillon Gabriel or Riley Leonard in 2026?
Riley Leonard is a solid pick over Dillon Gabriel for 2026, on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Who is projected to score more, Dillon Gabriel or Riley Leonard?
Riley Leonard carries the higher 2026 projection at 12 PPR points (0.7 per game), compared with 12 for Dillon Gabriel.
Who is ranked higher, Dillon Gabriel or Riley Leonard?
Expert consensus ranks Riley Leonard (QB61) ahead of Dillon Gabriel (QB63) for 2026.
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