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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bryce Young vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Bryce Young's 13.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

Jacoby Brissett is the better play on a neutral week. 16.2 PPG with 3,534 yards gives a reliable baseline. Bryce Young at 13.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jacoby Brissett higher, but do not fade Bryce Young entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

QBArizona Cardinals#18PPG LEADER

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Bryce Young

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

13.6 PPG16.2 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. That ranking gap means Jacoby Brissett carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bryce Young vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Bryce Young and Jacoby Brissett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Carolina Panthers quarterback put up 13.6 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Jacoby Brissett of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 16.2 in 14. A 2.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.6 points favors Jacoby Brissett, 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. Bryce Young threw for 3011 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Jacoby Brissett posted 3366 yards and 23 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: Bryce Young sits Week 5 while Jacoby Brissett is off Week 14. 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

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. Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Bryce Young by a projected 44 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. 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 Jacoby Brissett (24 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bryce Young	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.6	16.2
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	227
Passing Yards	3,011	3,366
Passing TDs	23	23
Pass Yds/Game	188.2	240.4
Rushing Yards	216	168
Rushing TDs	2	1
Total TDs	25	24
TDs/Game	1.6	1.7
Age	24	33
Experience	2 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 14

Summary

16.2 PPG for Jacoby Brissett versus 13.6 for Bryce Young in 2025. The baseline favors Jacoby Brissett, 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 Bryce Young or Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 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 Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.6 points per game.

When are Bryce Young and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bryce Young (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bryce Young or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Bryce Young by 2.6 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.