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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Andy Dalton vs Dak PrescottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Andy Dalton's 9.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 18.5 PPG and 4,729 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Andy Dalton (9.8 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Dak Prescott as the starter and Andy Dalton as depth.

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

QBDallas Cowboys#9PPG LEADER

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Andy Dalton

Dak Prescott

Head to Head

9.8 PPG18.5 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Andy Dalton: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Andy Dalton is producing at 45% of elite pace and Dak Prescott at 84%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Andy Dalton vs Dak Prescott: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) averaged 18.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Andy Dalton (Carolina Panthers, 9.8 PPG) by 8.7 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 8.7-PPG gap gives Dak Prescott the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Andy Dalton threw for 1925 yards and 10 touchdowns, while Dak Prescott posted 4552 yards and 30 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 Dak Prescott Week 14. 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

If you can acquire Dak Prescott at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Andy Dalton is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Andy Dalton (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Andy Dalton by a projected 148 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Andy Dalton's 10. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Andy Dalton vs Dak Prescott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Andy Dalton	Dak Prescott
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.8	18.5
Games Played	10	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	98	315
Passing Yards	1,925	4,552
Passing TDs	10	30
Pass Yds/Game	192.5	267.8
Rushing Yards	42	177
Rushing TDs	0	2
Total TDs	10	32
TDs/Game	1.0	1.9
Age	-	32
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 14

Summary

Dak Prescott outscored Andy Dalton by 8.7 PPG in 2025 (18.5 to 9.8). 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 Andy Dalton or Dak Prescott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 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 Dak Prescott average in 2025?▾

Andy Dalton averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.7 points per game.

When are Andy Dalton and Dak Prescott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Andy Dalton (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Andy Dalton or Dak Prescott a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott outscored Andy Dalton by 8.7 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.