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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Andy DaltonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Rodgers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.2 PPG to Andy Dalton's 9.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Rodgers is the better fantasy play this season.

Aaron Rodgers is the better play on a neutral week. 14.2 PPG with 3,374 yards gives a reliable baseline. Andy Dalton at 9.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Aaron Rodgers higher, but do not fade Andy Dalton entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBPittsburgh Steelers#25PPG LEADER

Aaron Rodgers

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,322

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

QBCarolina Panthers#99

Andy Dalton

PPG

9.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,925

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Andy Dalton

Head to Head

14.2 PPG9.8 PPG

16 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Andy Dalton: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Andy Dalton at 45%. That ranking gap means Aaron Rodgers carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Andy Dalton: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Aaron Rodgers and Andy Dalton is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback put up 14.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Andy Dalton of the Carolina Panthers averaged 9.8 in 10. A 4.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.4 points favors Aaron Rodgers, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Aaron Rodgers threw for 3322 yards and 24 touchdowns, while Andy Dalton posted 1925 yards and 10 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Aaron Rodgers sits Week 9 while Andy Dalton is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Aaron Rodgers is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Andy Dalton is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Rodgers (age 42) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Andy Dalton (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Rodgers outscored Andy Dalton by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Andy Dalton's 10. That durability gap means Aaron Rodgers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Aaron Rodgers scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Rodgers vs Andy Dalton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Andy Dalton
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	9.8
Games Played	16	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	98
Passing Yards	3,322	1,925
Passing TDs	24	10
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	192.5
Rushing Yards	61	42
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	25	10
TDs/Game	1.6	1.0
Age	42	-
Experience	20 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

14.2 PPG for Aaron Rodgers versus 9.8 for Andy Dalton in 2025. The baseline favors Aaron Rodgers, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Rodgers or Andy Dalton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Rodgers has the edge at 14.2 PPG compared to Andy Dalton's 9.8 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Aaron Rodgers and Andy Dalton average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Andy Dalton averaged 9.8 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Andy Dalton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Andy Dalton (CAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Andy Dalton a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers outscored Andy Dalton by 4.4 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.