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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Andy Dalton vs Brock PurdyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Andy Dalton's 9.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Brock Purdy outscored Andy Dalton by 9.9 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Andy Dalton profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBCarolina Panthers#99

Andy Dalton

PPG

9.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,925

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 11

QBSan Francisco 49ers#6PPG LEADER

Brock Purdy

PPG

19.7

Games

Pass Yds

2,167

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

147

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Andy Dalton

Brock Purdy

Head to Head

9.8 PPG19.7 PPG

10 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Andy Dalton: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Andy Dalton is producing at 45% of elite pace and Brock Purdy at 90%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Andy Dalton vs Brock Purdy: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers) averaged 19.7 PPG over 9 games in 2025, outscoring Andy Dalton (Carolina Panthers, 9.8 PPG) by 9.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 9.9 points favors Brock Purdy, 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. Andy Dalton threw for 1925 yards and 10 touchdowns, while Brock Purdy posted 2167 yards and 20 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Andy Dalton is off Week 11 and Brock Purdy 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

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Andy Dalton is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Andy Dalton (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Andy Dalton by a projected 168 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Andy Dalton played 10 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Andy Dalton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brock Purdy scored 23 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Andy Dalton vs Brock Purdy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Andy Dalton	Brock Purdy
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.8	19.7
Games Played	10	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	98	177
Passing Yards	1,925	2,167
Passing TDs	10	20
Pass Yds/Game	192.5	240.8
Rushing Yards	42	147
Rushing TDs	0	3
Total TDs	10	23
TDs/Game	1.0	2.6
Age	-	26
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 9.8 for Andy Dalton in 2025. The baseline favors Brock Purdy, 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 Andy Dalton or Brock Purdy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Andy Dalton's 9.8 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 Andy Dalton and Brock Purdy average in 2025?▾

Andy Dalton averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 9.9 points per game.

When are Andy Dalton and Brock Purdy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Andy Dalton (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Andy Dalton or Brock Purdy a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Andy Dalton by 9.9 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.