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Aidan O'Connell vs Malik WillisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aidan O'Connell is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Malik Willis's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aidan O'Connell is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Aidan O'Connell edges Malik Willis by 0.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Aidan O'Connell goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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QBLas Vegas Raiders#99PPG LEADER
Aidan O'Connell
PPG
12.8
Games
13
Pass Yds
2,650
Pass TDs
16
Bye
Week 10
QBGreen Bay Packers#30
Malik Willis
PPG
12.8
Games
4
Pass Yds
422
Pass TDs
3
Rush Yds
123
Rush TDs
2
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Aidan O'Connell
Malik Willis

Head to Head

12.8 PPG12.8 PPG
13 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Aidan O'Connell: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Malik Willis: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aidan O'Connell is producing at 58% of elite pace and Malik Willis at 58%. That ranking gap means Malik Willis carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aidan O'Connell vs Malik Willis: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Aidan O'Connell and Malik Willis is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.0 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Aidan O'Connell averaged 12.8 PPG with the Las Vegas Raiders across 13 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. Aidan O'Connell threw for 2650 yards and 16 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.

Aidan O'Connell has his bye in Week 10, 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: Aidan O'Connell (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Malik Willis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

  • Aidan O'Connell outscored Malik Willis by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Aidan O'Connell played 13 games in 2025 compared to Malik Willis's 4. That durability gap means Aidan O'Connell contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Aidan O'Connell scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aidan O'Connell vs Malik Willis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAidan O'ConnellMalik Willis
PPG (Half-PPR)12.812.8
Games Played134
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)16651
Passing Yards2,650422
Passing TDs163
Pass Yds/Game203.8105.5
Rushing Yards68123
Rushing TDs02
Total TDs165
TDs/Game1.21.3
Age-27
Experience-3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 11

Summary

Aidan O'Connell outscored Malik Willis by 0.0 PPG in 2025 (12.8 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aidan O'Connell or Malik Willis in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Aidan O'Connell has the edge at 12.8 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 Aidan O'Connell and Malik Willis average in 2025?

Aidan O'Connell averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Aidan O'Connell and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?

Aidan O'Connell (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Malik Willis (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aidan O'Connell or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Aidan O'Connell outscored Malik Willis by 0.0 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.