Bo Nix vs Mac Jones: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Bo Nix (Denver Broncos) averaged 18.6 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Mac Jones (San Francisco 49ers, 12.4 PPG) by 6.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
A 6.2-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 Mac Jones posted 2151 yards and 13 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.
One scheduling note: Bo Nix is off Week 14 and Mac Jones Week 9. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
