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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bryce Young vs Carson WentzWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Bryce Young's 13.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Carson Wentz and Bryce Young are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBCarolina Panthers#28

Bryce Young

PPG

13.6

Games

Pass Yds

3,011

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

216

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

QBMinnesota Vikings#26PPG LEADER

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Bryce Young

Carson Wentz

Head to Head

13.6 PPG14.1 PPG

16 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Carson Wentz at 64%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Bryce Young vs Carson Wentz: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Bryce Young finished the 2025 season at 13.6 PPG over 16 games with the Carolina Panthers, while Carson Wentz clocked in at 14.1 across 5 appearances for the Minnesota Vikings. A 0.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Bryce Young threw for 3011 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Carson Wentz posted 1216 yards and 6 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Bryce Young is off Week 5 and Carson Wentz Week 6. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Bryce Young (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Carson Wentz (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Carson Wentz outscored Bryce Young by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Bryce Young contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bryce Young scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Bryce Young is 9 years younger than Carson Wentz (24 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Carson Wentz: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bryce Young	Carson Wentz
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.6	14.1
Games Played	16	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	71
Passing Yards	3,011	1,216
Passing TDs	23	6
Pass Yds/Game	188.2	243.2
Rushing Yards	216	57
Rushing TDs	2	0
Total TDs	25	6
TDs/Game	1.6	1.2
Age	24	33
Experience	2 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Carson Wentz at 14.1 PPG, 0.5 points per game above Bryce Young's 13.6. 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 Bryce Young or Carson Wentz in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Carson Wentz has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Bryce Young's 13.6 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 Bryce Young and Carson Wentz average in 2025?▾

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Bryce Young and Carson Wentz's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bryce Young (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bryce Young or Carson Wentz a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz outscored Bryce Young by 0.5 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.