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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bo Nix is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.9 PPG to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bo Nix is the better fantasy play this season.

Bo Nix has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.7-PPG advantage is real (17.9 to 16.2), and Bo Nix's 30 touchdowns show scoring upside. Jacoby Brissett is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

QBArizona Cardinals#18

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Bo Nix

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

17.9 PPG16.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. That ranking gap means Bo Nix carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

Bo Nix and Jacoby Brissett are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Bo Nix averaged 17.9 PPG across 17 games with the Denver Broncos, while Jacoby Brissett posted 16.2 PPG in 14 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals.

A 1.7-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 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Bo Nix sits Week 10 while Jacoby Brissett is off Week 14. 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: Bo Nix (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Bo Nix outscored Jacoby Brissett by a projected 29 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. 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.
•Bo Nix is 7 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (26 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bo Nix vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bo Nix	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.9	16.2
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	304	227
Passing Yards	3,931	3,366
Passing TDs	25	23
Pass Yds/Game	231.2	240.4
Rushing Yards	356	168
Rushing TDs	5	1
Total TDs	30	24
TDs/Game	1.8	1.7
Age	26	33
Experience	1 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

Bo Nix outscored Jacoby Brissett by 1.7 PPG in 2025 (17.9 to 16.2). 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 Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bo Nix has the edge at 17.9 PPG compared to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 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 Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 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 1.7 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bo Nix (DEN) 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 Bo Nix or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Bo Nix outscored Jacoby Brissett by 1.7 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.