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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix vs Cooper RushWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bo Nix is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.9 PPG to Cooper Rush's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bo Nix is the better fantasy play this season.

Bo Nix is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 17.9 PPG and 4,287 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Cooper Rush (11.1 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Bo Nix as the starter and Cooper Rush as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBDenver Broncos#11PPG LEADER

Bo Nix

PPG

17.9

Games

Pass Yds

3,931

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

356

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBDallas Cowboys#99

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Bo Nix

Cooper Rush

Head to Head

17.9 PPG11.1 PPG

17 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Cooper Rush: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Cooper Rush at 50%. That ranking gap means Bo Nix carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Cooper Rush: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Bo Nix put up 17.9 fantasy points per game for the Denver Broncos in 2025, while Cooper Rush managed 11.1 across 10 games with the Dallas Cowboys. A 6.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

A 6.8-PPG gap gives Bo Nix the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Bo Nix threw for 3931 yards and 25 touchdowns, while Cooper Rush posted 1985 yards and 12 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: Bo Nix sits Week 10 while Cooper Rush is off Week 7. 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

If you can acquire Bo Nix at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Cooper Rush is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Bo Nix (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Cooper Rush (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Bo Nix outscored Cooper Rush by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cooper Rush's 10. That durability gap means Bo Nix contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bo Nix scored 30 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Bo Nix added 356 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bo Nix vs Cooper Rush: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bo Nix	Cooper Rush
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.9	11.1
Games Played	17	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	304	111
Passing Yards	3,931	1,985
Passing TDs	25	12
Pass Yds/Game	231.2	198.5
Rushing Yards	356	28
Rushing TDs	5	0
Total TDs	30	12
TDs/Game	1.8	1.2
Age	26	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

Bo Nix outscored Cooper Rush by 6.8 PPG in 2025 (17.9 to 11.1). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bo Nix or Cooper Rush in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bo Nix has the edge at 17.9 PPG compared to Cooper Rush's 11.1 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 Bo Nix and Cooper Rush average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Cooper Rush's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bo Nix (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Cooper Rush (DAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bo Nix or Cooper Rush a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Bo Nix outscored Cooper Rush by 6.8 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.