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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Joe FlaccoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 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 Joe Flacco by 8.4 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Joe Flacco 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

QBCincinnati Bengals#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

19.7 PPG11.3 PPG

9 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Joe Flacco: 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 Joe Flacco managed 11.3 across 13 games with the Cincinnati Bengals. A 8.4-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

The per-game difference of 8.4 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 Joe Flacco posted 2479 yards and 15 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 Joe Flacco is off Week 6. 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

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Joe Flacco 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. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 143 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Joe Flacco 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 15 years younger than Joe Flacco (26 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	11.3
Games Played	9	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	147
Passing Yards	2,167	2,479
Passing TDs	20	15
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	190.7
Rushing Yards	147	35
Rushing TDs	3	1
Total TDs	23	16
TDs/Game	2.6	1.2
Age	26	41
Experience	3 yrs	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 11.3 for Joe Flacco 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 Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Joe Flacco's 11.3 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 Joe Flacco average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 8.4 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Joe Flacco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Joe Flacco by 8.4 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.