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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Baker Mayfield vs Jake BrowningWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Baker Mayfield is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to Jake Browning's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Baker Mayfield is the better fantasy play this season.

Baker Mayfield is the better play on a neutral week. 16.0 PPG with 4,075 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jake Browning at 11.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Baker Mayfield higher, but do not fade Jake Browning entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBTampa Bay Buccaneers#19PPG LEADER

Baker Mayfield

PPG

16.0

Games

Pass Yds

3,693

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

382

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBTampa Bay Buccaneers#99

Jake Browning

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

771

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Baker Mayfield

Jake Browning

Head to Head

16.0 PPG11.3 PPG

17 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Baker Mayfield: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #19 at the position). Jake Browning: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Baker Mayfield is producing at 73% of elite pace and Jake Browning at 51%. That ranking gap means Baker Mayfield carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Baker Mayfield vs Jake Browning: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Baker Mayfield and Jake Browning for your lineup, you are not alone. Baker Mayfield finished the 2025 season at 16.0 PPG for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (17 games), and Jake Browning averaged 11.3 for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5 games).

That 4.7-point weekly advantage for Baker Mayfield is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Baker Mayfield threw for 3693 yards and 26 touchdowns, while Jake Browning posted 771 yards and 6 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Baker Mayfield sits Week 10 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

Baker Mayfield 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: Baker Mayfield (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Jake Browning (age 30) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Baker Mayfield outscored Jake Browning by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Baker Mayfield played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jake Browning's 5. 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 Jake Browning: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Baker Mayfield	Jake Browning
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.0	11.3
Games Played	17	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	272	57
Passing Yards	3,693	771
Passing TDs	26	6
Pass Yds/Game	217.2	154.2
Rushing Yards	382	39
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	27	7
TDs/Game	1.6	1.4
Age	31	30
Experience	7 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Baker Mayfield at 16.0 PPG, 4.7 points per game above Jake Browning's 11.3. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Baker Mayfield or Jake Browning in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Baker Mayfield has the edge at 16.0 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 Baker Mayfield and Jake Browning average in 2025?▾

Baker Mayfield averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jake Browning averaged 11.3 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

When are Baker Mayfield and Jake Browning's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Baker Mayfield (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Jake Browning (TB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Baker Mayfield or Jake Browning a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Baker Mayfield outscored Jake Browning by 4.7 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.