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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Gardner MinshewWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Gardner Minshew's 12.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Brock Purdy outscored Gardner Minshew by 7.3 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Gardner Minshew profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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QBSan Francisco 49ers#6PPG LEADER

Brock Purdy

PPG

19.7

Games

Pass Yds

2,167

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

147

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Gardner Minshew

PPG

12.4

Games

Pass Yds

2,420

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

125

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Gardner Minshew

Head to Head

19.7 PPG12.4 PPG

9 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Gardner Minshew: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Gardner Minshew at 56%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Gardner Minshew: The Full Breakdown

Brock Purdy and Gardner Minshew are at different tiers heading into 2026. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback averaged 19.7 PPG in 2025, a full 7.3 points per game ahead of Gardner Minshew's 12.4 with the Las Vegas Raiders. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 7.3 points favors Brock Purdy, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Gardner Minshew posted 2420 yards and 14 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Brock Purdy has his bye in Week 8, and Gardner Minshew rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Gardner Minshew is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Gardner Minshew (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Gardner Minshew by a projected 124 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Gardner Minshew played 12 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Gardner Minshew contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brock Purdy scored 23 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Gardner Minshew: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Gardner Minshew
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	12.4
Games Played	9	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	149
Passing Yards	2,167	2,420
Passing TDs	20	14
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	201.7
Rushing Yards	147	125
Rushing TDs	3	1
Total TDs	23	15
TDs/Game	2.6	1.3
Age	26	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 12.4 for Gardner Minshew in 2025. The baseline favors Brock Purdy, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or Gardner Minshew in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Gardner Minshew's 12.4 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 Brock Purdy and Gardner Minshew average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Gardner Minshew averaged 12.4 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 7.3 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Gardner Minshew's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Gardner Minshew (LV) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Gardner Minshew a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Gardner Minshew by 7.3 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.