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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Malik WillisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Rodgers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.2 PPG to Malik Willis's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Rodgers is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Aaron Rodgers and Malik Willis are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

QBGreen Bay Packers#30

Malik Willis

PPG

12.8

Games

Pass Yds

422

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

123

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Malik Willis

Head to Head

14.2 PPG12.8 PPG

16 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Malik Willis: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Malik Willis at 58%. That ranking gap means Aaron Rodgers carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Malik Willis: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Aaron Rodgers and Malik Willis is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 PPG with the Pittsburgh Steelers across 16 games, and Malik Willis posted 12.8 with the Green Bay Packers in 4.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Aaron Rodgers threw for 3322 yards and 24 touchdowns, while Malik Willis posted 422 yards and 3 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 Malik Willis rests in Week 11. 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. Malik Willis (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 Malik Willis by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Malik Willis's 4. 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.
•Malik Willis is 15 years younger than Aaron Rodgers (27 vs 42), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Rodgers vs Malik Willis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Rodgers	Malik Willis
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	12.8
Games Played	16	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	51
Passing Yards	3,322	422
Passing TDs	24	3
Pass Yds/Game	207.6	105.5
Rushing Yards	61	123
Rushing TDs	1	2
Total TDs	25	5
TDs/Game	1.6	1.3
Age	42	27
Experience	20 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Aaron Rodgers at 14.2 PPG, 1.4 points per game above Malik Willis's 12.8. 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 Malik Willis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Rodgers has the edge at 14.2 PPG compared to Malik Willis's 12.8 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 Malik Willis average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Aaron Rodgers or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers outscored Malik Willis by 1.4 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.