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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Lamar JacksonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.5 PPG to Aaron Rodgers's 14.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy play this season.

Lamar Jackson is the better play on a neutral week. 16.5 PPG with 2,898 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 Lamar Jackson 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

QBBaltimore Ravens#16PPG LEADER

Lamar Jackson

PPG

16.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,549

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

349

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Lamar Jackson

Head to Head

14.2 PPG16.5 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Lamar Jackson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Lamar Jackson at 75%. That ranking gap means Lamar Jackson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Lamar Jackson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback put up 14.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens averaged 16.5 in 13. A 2.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.3 points favors Lamar Jackson, 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 Lamar Jackson posted 2549 yards and 21 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 Lamar Jackson rests in Week 13. 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. Lamar Jackson (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Lamar Jackson outscored Aaron Rodgers by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Lamar Jackson's 13. 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.
•Lamar Jackson added 349 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Lamar Jackson is 13 years younger than Aaron Rodgers (29 vs 42), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Rodgers vs Lamar Jackson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Lamar Jackson
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	16.5
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	215
Passing Yards	3,322	2,549
Passing TDs	24	21
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	196.1
Rushing Yards	61	349
Rushing TDs	1	2
Total TDs	25	23
TDs/Game	1.6	1.8
Age	42	29
Experience	20 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 13

Summary

16.5 PPG for Lamar Jackson versus 14.2 for Aaron Rodgers in 2025. The baseline favors Lamar Jackson, 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 Lamar Jackson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Lamar Jackson has the edge at 16.5 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 Lamar Jackson average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Lamar Jackson (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Lamar Jackson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Lamar Jackson outscored Aaron Rodgers by 2.3 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.