Josh Johnson vs Tyrod Taylor
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
Tyrod Taylor- Higher projection: 13 vs 11 pts
- More points per game: 10.8 vs 5.3
- More opportunity: 31% snap share, 3 red-zone touches
Josh Johnson and Tyrod Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Josh Johnson typically comes off the board first, around pick 544 (round 46) to Tyrod Taylor's pick 658. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Tyrod Taylor at 13 PPR points (0.8 per game) versus Josh Johnson at 11.
Last season Tyrod Taylor carried the heavier workload (31% snap share, 27 touches to Josh Johnson's 12), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tyrod Taylor is the younger option (age 37), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tyrod Taylor is the clear pick on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Johnson | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 11 | 13 |
| Points / game | 5.3 | 10.8 |
| Games played | 5 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | - | #515 |
| ADP | 544 | 658 |
| Positional rank | QB50 | QB42 |
| Snap share | 13% | 31% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 3 |
| Age | 40 | 37 |
| Bye week | - | 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: Josh Johnson or Tyrod Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Josh Johnson or Tyrod Taylor in 2026?
Tyrod Taylor is a clear call over Josh Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Josh Johnson or Tyrod Taylor?
Tyrod Taylor carries the higher 2026 projection at 13 PPR points (0.8 per game), compared with 11 for Josh Johnson.
Where are Josh Johnson and Tyrod Taylor being drafted?
Josh Johnson has an ADP around pick 544 (round 46), while Tyrod Taylor goes closer to pick 658 (round 55).
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