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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy or Drake MayeWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Drake Maye over Brock Purdy in 2026.

Drake Maye averaged 20.7 PPG in 2025 to Brock Purdy's 19.7, a 1.0 point per game edge. Maye also stayed healthier, playing 17 games to 9, which steadies his weekly floor. Drake Maye is Tier 1 at the position, Brock Purdy is Tier 2.

The Bottom Line

This one is genuinely close. Drake Maye edges Brock Purdy by 1.0 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, Drake Maye 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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QBSan Francisco 49ers#6

Brock Purdy

PPG

19.7

Games

Pass Yds

2,167

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

147

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBNew England Patriots#2PPG LEADER

Drake Maye

PPG

20.7

Games

Pass Yds

4,394

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

450

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Drake Maye

Head to Head

19.7 PPG20.7 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Drake Maye: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Drake Maye at 94%. That ranking gap means Drake Maye carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Drake Maye: The Full Breakdown

Brock Purdy (19.7 PPG) and Drake Maye (20.7 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. Brock Purdy played 9 games for the San Francisco 49ers; Drake Maye suited up 17 times for the New England Patriots.

A 1.0-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.

Drake Maye offers meaningful rushing upside with 450 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Brock Purdy (2167 passing yards, 20 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Brock Purdy sits Week 8 while Drake Maye 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: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Drake Maye (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Drake Maye outscored Brock Purdy by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Drake Maye played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Drake Maye contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Drake Maye scored 35 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Drake Maye added 450 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Drake Maye: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Drake Maye
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	20.7
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	352
Passing Yards	2,167	4,394
Passing TDs	20	31
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	258.5
Rushing Yards	147	450
Rushing TDs	3	4
Total TDs	23	35
TDs/Game	2.6	2.1
Age	26	24
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

Drake Maye outscored Brock Purdy by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (20.7 to 19.7). 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 Brock Purdy or Drake Maye in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Drake Maye has the edge at 20.7 PPG compared to Brock Purdy's 19.7 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.

Should I draft Brock Purdy or Drake Maye in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Drake Maye is the earlier pick. He averaged 20.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Brock Purdy's 19.7, a 1.0 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Brock Purdy and Drake Maye average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Drake Maye averaged 20.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Drake Maye's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Drake Maye (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Drake Maye a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Drake Maye outscored Brock Purdy by 1.0 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.