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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Jaxson DartWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaxson Dart is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.3 PPG to Aaron Rodgers's 14.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaxson Dart is the better fantasy play this season.

Jaxson Dart is the better play on a neutral week. 17.3 PPG with 2,759 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 Jaxson Dart 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

QBNew York Giants#14PPG LEADER

Jaxson Dart

PPG

17.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,272

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

487

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Jaxson Dart

Head to Head

14.2 PPG17.3 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Jaxson Dart: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #14 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Jaxson Dart at 79%. That ranking gap means Jaxson Dart carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Jaxson Dart: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Aaron Rodgers and Jaxson Dart for your lineup, you are not alone. Aaron Rodgers finished the 2025 season at 14.2 PPG for the Pittsburgh Steelers (16 games), and Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 for the New York Giants (14 games).

That 3.1-point weekly advantage for Jaxson Dart 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.

Jaxson Dart offers meaningful rushing upside with 487 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Aaron Rodgers (3322 passing yards, 24 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Aaron Rodgers is off Week 9 and Jaxson Dart Week 8. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jaxson Dart is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Aaron Rodgers 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. Jaxson Dart (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Jaxson Dart outscored Aaron Rodgers by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jaxson Dart'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.
•Jaxson Dart added 487 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Jaxson Dart is 19 years younger than Aaron Rodgers (23 vs 42), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Rodgers vs Jaxson Dart: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Jaxson Dart
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	17.3
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	242
Passing Yards	3,322	2,272
Passing TDs	24	15
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	162.3
Rushing Yards	61	487
Rushing TDs	1	9
Total TDs	25	24
TDs/Game	1.6	1.7
Age	42	23
Experience	20 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaxson Dart at 17.3 PPG, 3.1 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 Jaxson Dart in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaxson Dart has the edge at 17.3 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 Jaxson Dart average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Jaxson Dart's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jaxson Dart (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Jaxson Dart a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jaxson Dart outscored Aaron Rodgers by 3.1 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.