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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Baker Mayfield vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Baker Mayfield's 16.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jacoby Brissett edges Baker Mayfield by 0.2 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, Jacoby Brissett 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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QBTampa Bay Buccaneers#19

Baker Mayfield

PPG

16.0

Games

Pass Yds

3,693

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

382

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBArizona Cardinals#18PPG LEADER

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Baker Mayfield

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

16.0 PPG16.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Baker Mayfield: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #19 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Baker Mayfield is producing at 73% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Baker Mayfield vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Baker Mayfield averaged 16.0 PPG with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers across 17 games, and Jacoby Brissett posted 16.2 with the Arizona Cardinals in 14.

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. Baker Mayfield threw for 3693 yards and 26 touchdowns, while Jacoby Brissett posted 3366 yards and 23 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Baker Mayfield has his bye in Week 10, and Jacoby Brissett rests in Week 14. 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: Baker Mayfield (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Baker Mayfield by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Baker Mayfield played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. That durability gap means Baker Mayfield contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Baker Mayfield scored 27 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Baker Mayfield added 382 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Baker Mayfield vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Baker Mayfield	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.0	16.2
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	272	227
Passing Yards	3,693	3,366
Passing TDs	26	23
Pass Yds/Game	217.2	240.4
Rushing Yards	382	168
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	27	24
TDs/Game	1.6	1.7
Age	31	33
Experience	7 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jacoby Brissett holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.2 points per game. Baker Mayfield averaged 16.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Baker Mayfield or Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 PPG compared to Baker Mayfield's 16.0 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 Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Baker Mayfield averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Baker Mayfield (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Baker Mayfield or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Baker Mayfield by 0.2 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.