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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Tyler ShoughWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Tyler Shough's 14.4 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 Tyler Shough by 5.3 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Tyler Shough 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

QBNew Orleans Saints#24

Tyler Shough

PPG

14.4

Games

Pass Yds

2,384

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

186

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Tyler Shough

Head to Head

19.7 PPG14.4 PPG

9 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Tyler Shough: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Tyler Shough at 65%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Tyler Shough: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Brock Purdy and Tyler Shough for your lineup, you are not alone. Brock Purdy finished the 2025 season at 19.7 PPG for the San Francisco 49ers (9 games), and Tyler Shough averaged 14.4 for the New Orleans Saints (11 games).

That 5.3-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 Tyler Shough posted 2384 yards and 10 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Shough 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. Tyler Shough (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Tyler Shough by a projected 90 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Shough played 11 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Tyler Shough 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.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Tyler Shough: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Tyler Shough
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	14.4
Games Played	9	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	158
Passing Yards	2,167	2,384
Passing TDs	20	10
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	216.7
Rushing Yards	147	186
Rushing TDs	3	3
Total TDs	23	13
TDs/Game	2.6	1.2
Age	26	26
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brock Purdy at 19.7 PPG, 5.3 points per game above Tyler Shough's 14.4. 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 Tyler Shough in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Tyler Shough's 14.4 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 Tyler Shough average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Shough averaged 14.4 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

Do Brock Purdy and Tyler Shough share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Brock Purdy and Tyler Shough share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Brock Purdy or Tyler Shough a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Tyler Shough by 5.3 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.