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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bryce Young vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bryce Young is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.6 PPG to Will Levis's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bryce Young is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Bryce Young edges Will Levis by 0.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Bryce Young goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

QBTennessee Titans#99

Will Levis

PPG

13.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,780

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

245

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Bryce Young

Will Levis

Head to Head

13.6 PPG13.2 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Bryce Young carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bryce Young vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Bryce Young and Will Levis is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Bryce Young averaged 13.6 PPG with the Carolina Panthers across 16 games, and Will Levis posted 13.2 with the Tennessee Titans in 14.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Bryce Young threw for 3011 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Will Levis posted 2780 yards and 17 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 5 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Will Levis (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 Will Levis by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Will Levis'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.
•Both players share a Week 5 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bryce Young	Will Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.6	13.2
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	185
Passing Yards	3,011	2,780
Passing TDs	23	17
Pass Yds/Game	188.2	198.6
Rushing Yards	216	245
Rushing TDs	2	3
Total TDs	25	20
TDs/Game	1.6	1.4
Age	24	-
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 5

Summary

Bryce Young outscored Will Levis by 0.4 PPG in 2025 (13.6 to 13.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bryce Young or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bryce Young has the edge at 13.6 PPG compared to Will Levis's 13.2 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 Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

Do Bryce Young and Will Levis share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Bryce Young and Will Levis share a Week 5 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Bryce Young or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Bryce Young outscored Will Levis by 0.4 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.