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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Aaron Rodgers's 14.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

Jacoby Brissett is the better play on a neutral week. 16.2 PPG with 3,534 yards gives a reliable baseline. Aaron Rodgers at 14.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jacoby Brissett higher, but do not fade Aaron Rodgers entirely.

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

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QBPittsburgh Steelers#25

Aaron Rodgers

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,322

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

QBArizona Cardinals#18PPG LEADER

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

14.2 PPG16.2 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. That ranking gap means Jacoby Brissett carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Aaron Rodgers and Jacoby Brissett for your lineup, you are not alone. Aaron Rodgers finished the 2025 season at 14.2 PPG for the Pittsburgh Steelers (16 games), and Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games).

That 2.0-point weekly advantage for Jacoby Brissett is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Aaron Rodgers threw for 3322 yards and 24 touchdowns, while Jacoby Brissett posted 3366 yards and 23 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 Jacoby Brissett is off Week 14. 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

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. Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Aaron Rodgers by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. 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.
•Jacoby Brissett is 9 years younger than Aaron Rodgers (33 vs 42), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Rodgers vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	16.2
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	227
Passing Yards	3,322	3,366
Passing TDs	24	23
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	240.4
Rushing Yards	61	168
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	25	24
TDs/Game	1.6	1.7
Age	42	33
Experience	20 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG, 2.0 points per game above Aaron Rodgers's 14.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Rodgers or Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 PPG compared to Aaron Rodgers's 14.2 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 Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Aaron Rodgers 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.