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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix vs Mac JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bo Nix is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.9 PPG to Mac Jones's 11.8 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. Mac Jones (11.8 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Bo Nix as the starter and Mac Jones 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

QBSan Francisco 49ers#33

Mac Jones

PPG

11.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,151

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Bo Nix

Mac Jones

Head to Head

17.9 PPG11.8 PPG

17 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Mac Jones at 54%. That ranking gap means Bo Nix carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Mac Jones: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Bo Nix (Denver Broncos) averaged 17.9 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Mac Jones (San Francisco 49ers, 11.8 PPG) by 6.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 6.1-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 10 and Mac Jones Week 8. 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.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Bo Nix at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Mac Jones 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. Mac Jones (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 Mac Jones by a projected 104 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Mac Jones's 11. 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 Mac Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bo Nix	Mac Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.9	11.8
Games Played	17	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	304	130
Passing Yards	3,931	2,151
Passing TDs	25	13
Pass Yds/Game	231.2	195.5
Rushing Yards	356	60
Rushing TDs	5	0
Total TDs	30	13
TDs/Game	1.8	1.2
Age	26	27
Experience	1 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

Bo Nix outscored Mac Jones by 6.1 PPG in 2025 (17.9 to 11.8). 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 Mac Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bo Nix has the edge at 17.9 PPG compared to Mac Jones's 11.8 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 Mac Jones average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Mac Jones averaged 11.8 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 6.1 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Mac Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bo Nix (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Mac Jones (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bo Nix or Mac Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Bo Nix outscored Mac Jones by 6.1 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.