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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bryce Young vs Mac JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bryce Young is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.6 PPG to Mac Jones's 11.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bryce Young is the better fantasy play this season.

Bryce Young is the better play on a neutral week. 13.6 PPG with 3,227 yards gives a reliable baseline. Mac Jones at 11.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Bryce Young higher, but do not fade Mac Jones entirely.

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

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QBCarolina Panthers#28PPG LEADER

Bryce Young

PPG

13.6

Games

Pass Yds

3,011

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

216

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

QBSan Francisco 49ers#33

Mac Jones

PPG

11.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,151

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Bryce Young

Mac Jones

Head to Head

13.6 PPG11.8 PPG

16 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Mac Jones at 54%. That ranking gap means Bryce Young carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bryce Young vs Mac Jones: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Bryce Young and Mac Jones is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Carolina Panthers quarterback put up 13.6 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Mac Jones of the San Francisco 49ers averaged 11.8 in 11. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Bryce Young, 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 Mac Jones posted 2151 yards and 13 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 Mac Jones Week 8. 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. Mac Jones (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Bryce Young outscored Mac Jones by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Mac Jones's 11. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Mac Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bryce Young	Mac Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.6	11.8
Games Played	16	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	130
Passing Yards	3,011	2,151
Passing TDs	23	13
Pass Yds/Game	188.2	195.5
Rushing Yards	216	60
Rushing TDs	2	0
Total TDs	25	13
TDs/Game	1.6	1.2
Age	24	27
Experience	2 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 8

Summary

13.6 PPG for Bryce Young versus 11.8 for Mac Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Bryce Young, 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 Mac Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bryce Young has the edge at 13.6 PPG compared to Mac Jones's 11.8 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 Mac Jones average in 2025?▾

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Mac Jones averaged 11.8 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Bryce Young and Mac Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bryce Young (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Mac Jones (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bryce Young or Mac Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Bryce Young outscored Mac Jones by 1.8 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.