Fernando Mendoza vs Malik Willis
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
Malik Willis- Higher projection: 270 vs 212 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 130 vs 253
Fernando Mendoza and Malik Willis are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Malik Willis holds the edge in expert consensus (QB21 to QB30). Fernando Mendoza typically comes off the board first, around pick 202 (round 17) to Malik Willis's pick 208. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Malik Willis at 270 PPR points (15.9 per game) versus Fernando Mendoza at 212.
Fernando Mendoza is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Malik Willis is the clear pick on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mendoza | Willis |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 212 | 270 |
| Points / game | - | 17.7 |
| Games played | - | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #253 | #130 |
| ADP | 202 | 208 |
| Positional rank | - | QB12 |
| Snap share | - | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 1 |
| Age | 22 | 27 |
| Bye week | 13 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Fernando Mendoza or Malik Willis.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Fernando Mendoza or Malik Willis in 2026?
Malik Willis is a clear call over Fernando Mendoza for 2026, on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Who is projected to score more, Fernando Mendoza or Malik Willis?
Malik Willis carries the higher 2026 projection at 270 PPR points (15.9 per game), compared with 212 for Fernando Mendoza.
Where are Fernando Mendoza and Malik Willis being drafted?
Fernando Mendoza has an ADP around pick 202 (round 17), while Malik Willis goes closer to pick 208 (round 18).
Who is ranked higher, Fernando Mendoza or Malik Willis?
Expert consensus ranks Malik Willis (QB21) ahead of Fernando Mendoza (QB30) for 2026.
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