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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Caleb Williams vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Caleb Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.7 PPG to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Caleb Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Caleb Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 18.7 PPG with 4,347 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Caleb Williams higher, but do not fade Jacoby Brissett entirely.

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

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QBChicago Bears#8PPG LEADER

Caleb Williams

PPG

18.7

Games

Pass Yds

3,942

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBArizona Cardinals#18

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Caleb Williams

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

18.7 PPG16.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Caleb Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #8 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Caleb Williams is producing at 85% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. That ranking gap means Caleb Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Caleb Williams vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Caleb Williams and Jacoby Brissett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears quarterback put up 18.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Jacoby Brissett of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 16.2 in 14. A 2.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.5 points favors Caleb Williams, 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. Caleb Williams threw for 3942 yards and 27 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: Caleb Williams sits Week 10 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: Caleb Williams (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?

•Caleb Williams outscored Jacoby Brissett by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Caleb Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. That durability gap means Caleb Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Caleb Williams scored 31 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Caleb Williams added 383 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Caleb Williams is 9 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (24 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Caleb Williams vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Caleb Williams	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.7	16.2
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	318	227
Passing Yards	3,942	3,366
Passing TDs	27	23
Pass Yds/Game	231.9	240.4
Rushing Yards	383	168
Rushing TDs	3	1
Total TDs	31	24
TDs/Game	1.8	1.7
Age	24	33
Experience	1 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

18.7 PPG for Caleb Williams versus 16.2 for Jacoby Brissett in 2025. The baseline favors Caleb Williams, 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 Caleb Williams or Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Caleb Williams has the edge at 18.7 PPG compared to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 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 Caleb Williams and Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Caleb Williams averaged 18.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are Caleb Williams and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Caleb Williams (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Caleb Williams or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Caleb Williams outscored Jacoby Brissett by 2.5 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.