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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Andy Dalton vs Trevor LawrenceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.9 PPG to Andy Dalton's 9.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Trevor Lawrence outscored Andy Dalton by 10.1 PPG in 2025 with 38 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Trevor Lawrence 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

QBJacksonville Jaguars#5PPG LEADER

Trevor Lawrence

PPG

19.9

Games

Pass Yds

4,007

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

359

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Andy Dalton

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

9.8 PPG19.9 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Andy Dalton: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Andy Dalton is producing at 45% of elite pace and Trevor Lawrence at 90%. That ranking gap means Trevor Lawrence carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Andy Dalton vs Trevor Lawrence: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars) averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Andy Dalton (Carolina Panthers, 9.8 PPG) by 10.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 10.1 points favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 Trevor Lawrence posted 4007 yards and 29 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 Trevor Lawrence Week 7. 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

Trevor Lawrence 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. Trevor Lawrence (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Trevor Lawrence outscored Andy Dalton by a projected 172 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Andy Dalton's 10. That durability gap means Trevor Lawrence contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Trevor Lawrence scored 38 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Trevor Lawrence added 359 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Andy Dalton vs Trevor Lawrence: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Andy Dalton	Trevor Lawrence
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.8	19.9
Games Played	10	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	98	338
Passing Yards	1,925	4,007
Passing TDs	10	29
Pass Yds/Game	192.5	235.7
Rushing Yards	42	359
Rushing TDs	0	9
Total TDs	10	38
TDs/Game	1.0	2.2
Age	-	26
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 7

Summary

19.9 PPG for Trevor Lawrence versus 9.8 for Andy Dalton in 2025. The baseline favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 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 Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

Andy Dalton averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.1 points per game.

When are Andy Dalton and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Andy Dalton (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Trevor Lawrence (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Andy Dalton or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored Andy Dalton by 10.1 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.