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Matthew Stafford

Matthew Stafford

QBLos Angeles Rams LAR
C.J. Stroud

C.J. Stroud

QBHouston Texans HOU
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🔓 EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Stafford over Stroud

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook Matthew Stafford

Reigning MVP Set for Another High-Volume Campaign with Elite Weapons

Fresh off an MVP season and a lucrative contract extension, Matthew Stafford returns to lead an explosive Rams offense. Backed by elite targets Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, he is primed for another high-volume year. Although the franchise drafted Ty Simpson as the long-term successor, Stafford remains the undisputed leader of this passing attack.

Stafford's market momentum is steadily climbing. His ADP has risen from 116 in mid-May to around 106, signaling growing public confidence. Our projections forecast a highly productive season with 4,147 passing yards and 33 touchdowns. At this late-round price tag, he shapes up as an exceptional value steal in PPR formats.

Rostered in all leagues with a 65% start rate, fantasy managers trust his high weekly floor. While his minimal rushing numbers cap his overall ceiling, the veteran offers reliable, efficient distribution. Stafford is a premier target for managers who prefer waiting on the quarterback position.


Updated 15 hrs ago

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🔓 EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Stroud over Stafford

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook C.J. Stroud

Reformed Offensive Line And Elite Weapons Position Franchise Quarterback For Major Bounce-Back Year

Stroud entered the offseason dedicated to physical conditioning, reportedly adding muscle and entering training in excellent shape. With key offensive line additions like Wyatt Teller bolstering his protection, our models expect a cleaner pocket for the young signal-caller. This upgraded front should help him rebound from a mixed 2025 campaign where pass protection frequently faltered.

His weapons cache remains highly dangerous, featuring Nico Collins and Tank Dell alongside promising additions like Jayden Higgins, while veteran David Montgomery anchors the backfield. Operating as the undisputed leader of this offense, Stroud is projected by our data to distribute the ball efficiently, aiming for 3,709 passing yards and 22 touchdowns through the air.

Market sentiment presents a clear buying window as Stroud's ADP has stabilized near 160 after a brief early-June fluctuation. With his ownership rate climbing to 59%, fantasy managers are starting to rebuild trust. Our projections view his current draft price as an absolute steal for those looking to anchor their QB position late.


Updated 15 hrs ago

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Performance Matthew Stafford
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Performance C.J. Stroud
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Next Up Own/Start Comparison
Redzone Touches Matthew Stafford

Redzone information only applies to RB, WR, TE.

Redzone Touches C.J. Stroud

Redzone information only applies to RB, WR, TE.

Next Up Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Matthew Stafford
OWN
100%
No change since last week.
START
65%
No change since last week.
OWN/START C.J. Stroud
OWN
59%
+3.62 compared to last week
START
24%
+0.05 compared to last week
Next Up Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Matthew Stafford
13th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus C.J. Stroud
24th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Matthew Stafford

    Overview

  • A good quarterback can mean the world of difference in such a pass heavy league.
  • Experts rank this player at 13th among QB's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 1st with 434.24 total points (20.68 avg).
  • He is doing a better than most people thought he would.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 20.7.
  • QB Stats

  • Top 3 in pass yards with 4980 (276.67 per game) and is currently ranked 1st among QB.
  • Top 3 in pass tds with 49 (2.72 per game) and is currently ranked 1st among QB.
  • Top 3 in pass completions with 413 (22.94 per game) and is currently ranked 3rd.
  • Top 20 in interceptions with 8 (0.44 per game) and is currently ranked 18th.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 4 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Yards: +2154, TDs: +35, INTs: +1
  • He has recorded some deep balls down the field. If your league gives out bonuses for long TD passes then he has some added value.
  • The amount of touchdowns per game is ridiculous. Can he keep it up?
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!
  • Season Outlook

  • PASS YDS: 4147, PASS TDS: 33, RUSH YDS: 22, RUSH TDS: 0
Breakdown C.J. Stroud

    Overview

  • A good quarterback can mean the world of difference in such a pass heavy league.
  • Experts rank this player at 23rd among QB's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 21st with 214.12 total points (11.27 avg).
  • Currently 220.12 points behind the leader: Matthew Stafford
  • He is putting up the kind of numbers the experts expected him to.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 11.3.
  • QB Stats

  • Top 25 in pass yards with 3041 (168.94 per game) and is currently ranked 21st among QB.
  • Top 25 in pass tds with 19 (1.06 per game) and is currently ranked 23rd among QB.
  • Top 20 in interceptions with 8 (0.44 per game) and is currently ranked 18th.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 2 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Yards: -688, TDs: -1, INTs: EVEN
  • He has recorded some deep balls down the field. If your league gives out bonuses for long TD passes then he has some added value.
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!
  • Season Outlook

  • PASS YDS: 3709, PASS TDS: 22, RUSH YDS: 233, RUSH TDS: 2
Next Up Health Check
Injury Matthew Stafford

No Injury Reported

Injury C.J. Stroud

No Injury Reported

Next Up Matchup Comparison
Matchups Matthew Stafford

Week 1
Los Angeles Rams VS San Francisco 49ers

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
22.68325.321662313.64
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 27th with 76.00 total points (4.00 avg).
  • Currently 151 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Decline in numbers lately by 4 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 12 in rush defense with 1902 (111.88 per game) and is currently ranked 11th among DST.
  • Ranked 22nd in pass defense with 4279 (251.71 per game).
  • Top 14 in points against with 21.82 per game and currently ranked 13th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 25th in Total TDs with 1 (0.06 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +53.7, Turnovers: -9 Sacks: -22, INTs: -11, TDs: -1, Points Allowed: -0.99,
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 37, INT: 11, TDS: 2, PA/G: 23.2, YDS/G: 361.5
Matchups C.J. Stroud

Week 1
Houston Texans VS Buffalo Bills

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
22.21287.8923163734.06
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 15th with 114.00 total points (6.00 avg).
  • Currently 113 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 6.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 4 in total yards against with 321.76 per game and is currently ranked 4th among DST.
  • Ranked 28th in rush defense with 2423 (142.53 per game).
  • Top 2 in pass defense with 3047 (179.24 per game) and is currently ranked 1st among DST.
  • Top 12 in interceptions with 13 (0.76 per game) and currently ranked 11th among DST.
  • Top 12 in points against with 21.47 per game and currently ranked 12th among DST.
  • Top 8 in Total TDs with 3 (0.18 per game) and currently ranked 8th among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: -10.01, Turnovers: -17 Sacks: -6, INTs: -7, TDs: -2, Points Allowed: +1.51,
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 42, INT: 13, TDS: 3, PA/G: 22.8, YDS/G: 311.4
Next Up Ratings Comparison
Rating Matthew Stafford
15.87
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating C.J. Stroud
15.65
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up Career Comparison
Career Matthew Stafford
PASS RUSH
YR TM GP YD CMP% TD INT RAT YD TD FUM
2009 DET 10 2267 53% 13 20 61.0 108 2 1
2010 DET 3 535 59% 6 1 91.3 11 1 1
2011 DET 15 4518 64% 36 14 96.6 78 0 1
2012 DET 16 5485 60% 25 19 81.6 128 4 4
2013 DET 16 4647 59% 29 19 84.1 74 2 4
2014 DET 16 4247 60% 22 12 85.6 93 2 2
2015 DET 16 4262 67% 32 13 97.0 159 1 3
2016 DET 16 4327 65% 24 10 93.3 207 2 4
2017 DET 16 4446 66% 29 10 99.3 98 0 13
2018 DET 16 3777 66% 21 11 89.9 71 0 8
2019 DET 8 2499 64% 19 5 106.0 66 0 6
2020 DET 16 4084 64% 26 10 96.3 112 0 1
2021 LAR 16 4886 67% 41 17 102.9 43 0 2
2022 LAR 9 2087 68% 10 8 87.4 9 1 3
2023 LAR 15 3965 63% 24 11 92.5 65 0 0
2024 LAR 16 3762 66% 20 8 93.7 41 0 2
2025 LAR 16 5284 65% 52 9 108.9 1 0 3
3-YEAR AVG 17 4536 65% 33 9 100.1 37 0 2
Totals 246 66610 63% 438 197 92.8 1383 15 59
Career C.J. Stroud
PASS RUSH
YR TM GP YD CMP% TD INT RAT YD TD FUM
2023 HOU 15 4108 64% 23 5 100.8 167 3 4
2024 HOU 16 3727 63% 20 12 87.0 233 0 4
2025 HOU 14 3041 65% 19 8 92.9 209 1 0
3-YEAR AVG 17 3951 64% 22 9 94 234 1 3
Totals 51 12064 63% 67 30 92.1 714 4 8
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