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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Jameis WinstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

Brock Purdy is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.7 PPG and 2,314 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Jameis Winston (10.9 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Brock Purdy as the starter and Jameis Winston as depth.

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

QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Jameis Winston

Head to Head

19.7 PPG10.9 PPG

9 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Jameis Winston: 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 Jameis Winston at 50%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Jameis Winston: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Brock Purdy put up 19.7 fantasy points per game for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, while Jameis Winston managed 10.9 across 10 games with the Cleveland Browns. A 8.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

Brock Purdy carries a 8.8-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Jameis Winston posted 2125 yards and 13 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Brock Purdy sits Week 8 while Jameis Winston is off Week 10. 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

If you can acquire Brock Purdy at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Jameis Winston is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jameis Winston (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 Jameis Winston by a projected 150 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameis Winston played 10 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Jameis Winston 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 Jameis Winston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Jameis Winston
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	10.9
Games Played	9	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	109
Passing Yards	2,167	2,125
Passing TDs	20	13
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	212.5
Rushing Yards	147	45
Rushing TDs	3	1
Total TDs	23	14
TDs/Game	2.6	1.4
Age	26	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brock Purdy holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.7 points per game. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or Jameis Winston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Jameis Winston's 10.9 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 Jameis Winston average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 8.8 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Jameis Winston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brock Purdy or Jameis Winston a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Jameis Winston by 8.8 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.