Lamar Jackson vs Trevor Lawrence
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
Lamar Jackson- Higher projection: 326 vs 303 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 30 vs 70
- More points per game: 20.0 vs 19.7
Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Lamar Jackson holds the edge in expert consensus (QB2 to QB9). Lamar Jackson typically comes off the board first, around pick 32 (round 3) to Trevor Lawrence's pick 103. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Lamar Jackson at 326 PPR points (19.2 per game) versus Trevor Lawrence at 303.
Last season Lamar Jackson carried the heavier workload (88% snap share, 19 touches to Trevor Lawrence's 17), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Lamar Jackson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jackson | Lawrence |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 326 | 303 |
| Points / game | 20.0 | 19.7 |
| Games played | 4 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #30 | #70 |
| ADP | 32 | 103 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB26 | QB12 |
| Snap share | 88% | 97% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 2 |
| Age | 29 | 27 |
| Bye week | 13 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence in 2026?
Lamar Jackson is a clear call over Trevor Lawrence for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence?
Lamar Jackson carries the higher 2026 projection at 326 PPR points (19.2 per game), compared with 303 for Trevor Lawrence.
Where are Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence being drafted?
Lamar Jackson has an ADP around pick 32 (round 3), while Trevor Lawrence goes closer to pick 103 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence?
Expert consensus ranks Lamar Jackson (QB2) ahead of Trevor Lawrence (QB9) for 2026.
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