Head to head · QB · 2026
Jordan Love vs Baker Mayfield
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean — refreshed every morning.
The model's pick
Jordan Love
This one is a coin flip. The model leans Jordan Love by 1.6 points of value over replacement (-42.2 vs -43.8) — close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The room sees it the other way — drafters take Baker Mayfield first (ADP 122.8 vs 132.7). If the model is right, Jordan Love is the value pick: the later cost buys the better 2026 projection.
| Jordan Love | Baker Mayfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Team | GNB | TAM |
| Overall rank | #128 | #129 |
| Position rank | QB18 | QB19 |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 221.0 | 219.4 |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -42.2 | -43.8 |
| Market ADP | 132.7 | 122.8 |
Should I draft Jordan Love or Baker Mayfield in 2026 fantasy football?
Jordan Love. He projects 221.0 fantasy points with -42.2 value over replacement, vs 219.4 points and -43.8 for Baker Mayfield (QB, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.