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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Geno SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Geno Smith's 11.6 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 Geno Smith by 8.1 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Geno Smith 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#34

Geno Smith

PPG

11.6

Games

Pass Yds

3,025

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

109

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Geno Smith

Head to Head

19.7 PPG11.6 PPG

9 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Geno Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #34 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Geno Smith at 53%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Geno Smith: The Full Breakdown

Brock Purdy and Geno Smith are at different tiers heading into 2026. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback averaged 19.7 PPG in 2025, a full 8.1 points per game ahead of Geno Smith's 11.6 with the Las Vegas Raiders. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 8.1-point weekly advantage for Brock Purdy is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Geno Smith posted 3025 yards and 19 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 Geno Smith rests in Week 13. 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. Geno Smith 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. Geno Smith (age 35) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Geno Smith by a projected 138 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Geno Smith played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Geno Smith 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.
•Brock Purdy is 9 years younger than Geno Smith (26 vs 35), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Geno Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Geno Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	11.6
Games Played	9	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	174
Passing Yards	2,167	3,025
Passing TDs	20	19
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	201.7
Rushing Yards	147	109
Rushing TDs	3	0
Total TDs	23	19
TDs/Game	2.6	1.3
Age	26	35
Experience	3 yrs	12 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brock Purdy at 19.7 PPG, 8.1 points per game above Geno Smith's 11.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or Geno Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Geno Smith's 11.6 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 Geno Smith average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Geno Smith averaged 11.6 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 8.1 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Geno Smith's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Geno Smith (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Geno Smith a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Geno Smith by 8.1 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.