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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Anthony Richardson vs Jake BrowningWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.5 PPG to Jake Browning's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Anthony Richardson outscored Jake Browning by 8.2 PPG in 2025 with 25 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Anthony Richardson is the clear pick. Jake Browning 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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QBIndianapolis Colts#99PPG LEADER

Anthony Richardson

PPG

19.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,718

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

580

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBTampa Bay Buccaneers#99

Jake Browning

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

771

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Anthony Richardson

Jake Browning

Head to Head

19.5 PPG11.3 PPG

13 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Anthony Richardson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Jake Browning: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Anthony Richardson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Jake Browning at 51%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Anthony Richardson vs Jake Browning: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Anthony Richardson put up 19.5 fantasy points per game for the Indianapolis Colts in 2025, while Jake Browning managed 11.3 across 5 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 8.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

The per-game difference of 8.2 points favors Anthony Richardson, 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.

Anthony Richardson offers meaningful rushing upside with 580 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Jake Browning (771 passing yards, 6 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Anthony Richardson sits Week 14 while Jake Browning is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Anthony Richardson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jake Browning is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Anthony Richardson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jake Browning (age 30) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Anthony Richardson outscored Jake Browning by a projected 139 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Anthony Richardson played 13 games in 2025 compared to Jake Browning's 5. That durability gap means Anthony Richardson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Anthony Richardson scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Anthony Richardson added 580 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Anthony Richardson vs Jake Browning: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Anthony Richardson	Jake Browning
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.5	11.3
Games Played	13	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	254	57
Passing Yards	2,718	771
Passing TDs	18	6
Pass Yds/Game	209.1	154.2
Rushing Yards	580	39
Rushing TDs	7	1
Total TDs	25	7
TDs/Game	1.9	1.4
Age	-	30
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

19.5 PPG for Anthony Richardson versus 11.3 for Jake Browning in 2025. The baseline favors Anthony Richardson, 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 Anthony Richardson or Jake Browning in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Anthony Richardson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Jake Browning's 11.3 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 Anthony Richardson and Jake Browning average in 2025?▾

Anthony Richardson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jake Browning averaged 11.3 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 8.2 points per game.

When are Anthony Richardson and Jake Browning's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson (IND) has a bye in Week 14, and Jake Browning (TB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Anthony Richardson or Jake Browning a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson outscored Jake Browning by 8.2 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.