Justin Herbert vs Malik Willis
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
Justin Herbert- Higher projection: 296 vs 270 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 69 vs 130
- More points per game: 18.7 vs 12.8
Justin Herbert and Malik Willis are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Justin Herbert holds the edge in expert consensus (QB8 to QB21). Justin Herbert typically comes off the board first, around pick 83 (round 7) to Malik Willis's pick 210. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Justin Herbert at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game) versus Malik Willis at 270.
Last season Justin Herbert carried the heavier workload (97% snap share, 83 touches to Malik Willis's 22), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Justin Herbert is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Herbert | Willis |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 296 | 270 |
| Points / game | 18.7 | 12.8 |
| Games played | 16 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #69 | #130 |
| ADP | 83 | 210 |
| Positional rank | QB10 | QB43 |
| Snap share | 97% | 10% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 4 |
| Age | 28 | 27 |
| Bye week | 7 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Justin Herbert or Malik Willis.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Justin Herbert or Malik Willis in 2026?
Justin Herbert is a clear call over Malik Willis for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Justin Herbert or Malik Willis?
Justin Herbert carries the higher 2026 projection at 296 PPR points (17.4 per game), compared with 270 for Malik Willis.
Where are Justin Herbert and Malik Willis being drafted?
Justin Herbert has an ADP around pick 83 (round 7), while Malik Willis goes closer to pick 210 (round 18).
Who is ranked higher, Justin Herbert or Malik Willis?
Expert consensus ranks Justin Herbert (QB8) ahead of Malik Willis (QB21) for 2026.
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