Jaxson Dart 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
Clear edge · 74% confident
Sam Darnold- More points per game: 13.8 vs 13.7
- More opportunity: 86% snap share, 2 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: QB25 vs QB34
Jaxson Dart and Sam Darnold are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jaxson Dart holds the edge in expert consensus (QB13 to QB22). Jaxson Dart typically comes off the board first, around pick 97 (round 9) to Sam Darnold's pick 162. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jaxson Dart at 297 PPR points (17.4 per game) versus Sam Darnold at 263.
Last season Jaxson Dart carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 11 touches to Sam Darnold's 9), 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, Sam Darnold is the solid pick on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Jaxson Dart carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Dart | Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 297 | 263 |
| Points / game | 13.7 | 13.8 |
| Games played | 2 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #100 | #137 |
| ADP | 97 | 162 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB34 | QB25 |
| Snap share | 60% | 86% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 23 | 29 |
| 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 Sam Darnold.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jaxson Dart or Sam Darnold in 2026?
Sam Darnold is a solid pick over Jaxson Dart for 2026, on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Jaxson Dart carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Jaxson Dart or Sam Darnold?
Jaxson Dart carries the higher 2026 projection at 297 PPR points (17.4 per game), compared with 263 for Sam Darnold.
Where are Jaxson Dart and Sam Darnold being drafted?
Jaxson Dart has an ADP around pick 97 (round 9), while Sam Darnold goes closer to pick 162 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Jaxson Dart or Sam Darnold?
Expert consensus ranks Jaxson Dart (QB13) ahead of Sam Darnold (QB22) for 2026.
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