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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Baker Mayfield vs Jordan LoveWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Baker Mayfield is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to Jordan Love's 15.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Baker Mayfield is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Baker Mayfield edges Jordan Love by 0.3 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, Baker Mayfield 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#19PPG LEADER

Baker Mayfield

PPG

16.0

Games

Pass Yds

3,693

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

382

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBGreen Bay Packers#21

Jordan Love

PPG

15.7

Games

Pass Yds

3,381

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

199

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Baker Mayfield

Jordan Love

Head to Head

16.0 PPG15.7 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Baker Mayfield: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #19 at the position). Jordan Love: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #21 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Baker Mayfield is producing at 73% of elite pace and Jordan Love at 71%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Baker Mayfield vs Jordan Love: The Full Breakdown

Baker Mayfield (16.0 PPG) and Jordan Love (15.7 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Baker Mayfield played 17 games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Jordan Love suited up 15 times for the Green Bay Packers.

A 0.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Baker Mayfield threw for 3693 yards and 26 touchdowns, while Jordan Love posted 3381 yards and 23 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 Jordan Love 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

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. Jordan Love (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Baker Mayfield outscored Jordan Love by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Baker Mayfield played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jordan Love's 15. 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.
•Jordan Love is 4 years younger than Baker Mayfield (27 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Baker Mayfield vs Jordan Love: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Baker Mayfield	Jordan Love
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.0	15.7
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	272	236
Passing Yards	3,693	3,381
Passing TDs	26	23
Pass Yds/Game	217.2	225.4
Rushing Yards	382	199
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	27	23
TDs/Game	1.6	1.5
Age	31	27
Experience	7 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Baker Mayfield holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.0 points per game. Jordan Love averaged 15.7 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 Jordan Love in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Baker Mayfield has the edge at 16.0 PPG compared to Jordan Love's 15.7 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 Jordan Love average in 2025?▾

Baker Mayfield averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jordan Love averaged 15.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Baker Mayfield and Jordan Love's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Baker Mayfield or Jordan Love a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Baker Mayfield outscored Jordan Love by 0.3 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.