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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bryce Young vs Lamar JacksonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.5 PPG to Bryce Young's 13.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy play this season.

Lamar Jackson is the better play on a neutral week. 16.5 PPG with 2,898 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 Lamar Jackson 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

QBBaltimore Ravens#16PPG LEADER

Lamar Jackson

PPG

16.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,549

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

349

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Bryce Young

Lamar Jackson

Head to Head

13.6 PPG16.5 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Lamar Jackson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Lamar Jackson at 75%. That ranking gap means Lamar Jackson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bryce Young vs Lamar Jackson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Bryce Young and Lamar Jackson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Carolina Panthers quarterback put up 13.6 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens averaged 16.5 in 13. A 2.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.9 points favors Lamar Jackson, 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 Lamar Jackson posted 2549 yards and 21 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 Lamar Jackson Week 13. 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. Lamar Jackson (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Lamar Jackson outscored Bryce Young by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Lamar Jackson's 13. 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.
•Lamar Jackson added 349 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Bryce Young is 5 years younger than Lamar Jackson (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Lamar Jackson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bryce Young	Lamar Jackson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.6	16.5
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	215
Passing Yards	3,011	2,549
Passing TDs	23	21
Pass Yds/Game	188.2	196.1
Rushing Yards	216	349
Rushing TDs	2	2
Total TDs	25	23
TDs/Game	1.6	1.8
Age	24	29
Experience	2 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 13

Summary

16.5 PPG for Lamar Jackson versus 13.6 for Bryce Young in 2025. The baseline favors Lamar Jackson, 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 Lamar Jackson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Lamar Jackson has the edge at 16.5 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 Lamar Jackson average in 2025?▾

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Bryce Young and Lamar Jackson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bryce Young (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Lamar Jackson (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bryce Young or Lamar Jackson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Lamar Jackson outscored Bryce Young by 2.9 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.