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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Deshaun WatsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Rodgers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.2 PPG to Deshaun Watson's 12.2 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. Deshaun Watson at 12.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Aaron Rodgers higher, but do not fade Deshaun Watson 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

QBCleveland Browns#99

Deshaun Watson

PPG

12.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,105

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

185

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Deshaun Watson

Head to Head

14.2 PPG12.2 PPG

16 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Deshaun Watson: 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 Deshaun Watson at 55%. That ranking gap means Aaron Rodgers carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Deshaun Watson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback put up 14.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns averaged 12.2 in 11. A 2.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.0 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 Deshaun Watson posted 2105 yards and 12 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Aaron Rodgers has his bye in Week 9, and Deshaun Watson rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Rodgers (age 42) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Deshaun Watson (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 Deshaun Watson by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Deshaun Watson's 11. 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 Deshaun Watson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Deshaun Watson
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	12.2
Games Played	16	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	134
Passing Yards	3,322	2,105
Passing TDs	24	12
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	191.4
Rushing Yards	61	185
Rushing TDs	1	2
Total TDs	25	14
TDs/Game	1.6	1.3
Age	42	-
Experience	20 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

14.2 PPG for Aaron Rodgers versus 12.2 for Deshaun Watson 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 Deshaun Watson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Rodgers has the edge at 14.2 PPG compared to Deshaun Watson's 12.2 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 Deshaun Watson average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Deshaun Watson averaged 12.2 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Deshaun Watson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Deshaun Watson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers outscored Deshaun Watson by 2.0 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.