Jaxson Dart vs Matthew Stafford
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
Matthew Stafford- More points per game: 18.6 vs 13.7
- More opportunity: 98% snap share, 4 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: QB9 vs QB34
Jaxson Dart and Matthew Stafford are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jaxson Dart holds the edge in expert consensus (QB13 to QB16). Matthew Stafford typically comes off the board first, around pick 94 (round 8) to Jaxson Dart's pick 97. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Jaxson Dart at 297 PPR points (17.4 per game) versus Matthew Stafford at 280.
Last season Matthew Stafford carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 14 touches to Jaxson Dart's 11), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jaxson Dart is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Matthew Stafford is the clear pick on an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Jaxson Dart carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Dart | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 297 | 280 |
| Points / game | 13.7 | 18.6 |
| Games played | 2 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #100 | #104 |
| ADP | 97 | 94 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB34 | QB9 |
| Snap share | 60% | 98% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 4 |
| Age | 23 | 38 |
| Bye week | 8 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jaxson Dart or Matthew Stafford.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jaxson Dart or Matthew Stafford in 2026?
Matthew Stafford is a clear call over Jaxson Dart for 2026, on an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Jaxson Dart carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Jaxson Dart or Matthew Stafford?
Jaxson Dart carries the higher 2026 projection at 297 PPR points (17.4 per game), compared with 280 for Matthew Stafford.
Where are Jaxson Dart and Matthew Stafford being drafted?
Matthew Stafford has an ADP around pick 94 (round 8), while Jaxson Dart goes closer to pick 97 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Jaxson Dart or Matthew Stafford?
Expert consensus ranks Jaxson Dart (QB13) ahead of Matthew Stafford (QB16) for 2026.
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