Jared Goff 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
Jared Goff- Higher projection: 284 vs 279 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 103 vs 115
- More points per game: 17.9 vs 16.1
Jared Goff and Jordan Love are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jared Goff holds the edge in expert consensus (QB15 to QB18). Jared Goff typically comes off the board first, around pick 131 (round 11) to Jordan Love's pick 161. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jared Goff at 284 PPR points (16.7 per game) versus Jordan Love at 279.
Last season Jordan Love carried the heavier workload (94% snap share, 47 touches to Jared Goff's 19), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jordan Love is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jared Goff is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Goff | Love |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 284 | 279 |
| Points / game | 17.9 | 16.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #103 | #115 |
| ADP | 131 | 161 |
| Positional rank | QB8 | QB15 |
| Snap share | 98% | 94% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 6 |
| Age | 31 | 27 |
| Bye week | 6 | 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: Jared Goff or Jordan Love.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jared Goff or Jordan Love in 2026?
Jared Goff is a clear call over Jordan Love for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jared Goff or Jordan Love?
Jared Goff carries the higher 2026 projection at 284 PPR points (16.7 per game), compared with 279 for Jordan Love.
Where are Jared Goff and Jordan Love being drafted?
Jared Goff has an ADP around pick 131 (round 11), while Jordan Love goes closer to pick 161 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Jared Goff or Jordan Love?
Expert consensus ranks Jared Goff (QB15) ahead of Jordan Love (QB18) for 2026.
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