Jacoby Brissett vs Sam Darnold
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
Sam Darnold- Higher projection: 263 vs 160 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 137 vs 186
- More opportunity: 96% snap share, 6 red-zone touches
Jacoby Brissett and Sam Darnold are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Sam Darnold holds the edge in expert consensus (QB22 to QB27). Sam Darnold typically comes off the board first, around pick 163 (round 14) to Jacoby Brissett's pick 243. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Sam Darnold at 263 PPR points (15.5 per game) versus Jacoby Brissett at 160.
Last season Jacoby Brissett carried the heavier workload (70% snap share, 38 touches to Sam Darnold's 35), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Sam Darnold is the younger option (age 29), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Sam Darnold is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brissett | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 160 | 263 |
| Points / game | 16.8 | 14.7 |
| Games played | 14 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #186 | #137 |
| ADP | 243 | 163 |
| Positional rank | QB16 | QB13 |
| Snap share | 70% | 96% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 6 |
| Age | 33 | 29 |
| Bye week | 14 | 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: Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold in 2026?
Sam Darnold is a clear call over Jacoby Brissett for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold?
Sam Darnold carries the higher 2026 projection at 263 PPR points (15.5 per game), compared with 160 for Jacoby Brissett.
Where are Jacoby Brissett and Sam Darnold being drafted?
Sam Darnold has an ADP around pick 163 (round 14), while Jacoby Brissett goes closer to pick 243 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Jacoby Brissett or Sam Darnold?
Expert consensus ranks Sam Darnold (QB22) ahead of Jacoby Brissett (QB27) for 2026.
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