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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Caleb Williams vs Shedeur SandersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Caleb Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.7 PPG to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Caleb Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Caleb Williams outscored Shedeur Sanders by 8.1 PPG in 2025 with 31 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Caleb Williams is the clear pick. Shedeur Sanders profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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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

QBCleveland Browns#40

Shedeur Sanders

PPG

10.6

Games

Pass Yds

1,400

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

169

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Caleb Williams

Shedeur Sanders

Head to Head

18.7 PPG10.6 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Caleb Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #8 at the position). Shedeur Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Caleb Williams is producing at 85% of elite pace and Shedeur Sanders at 48%. That ranking gap means Caleb Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Caleb Williams vs Shedeur Sanders: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Caleb Williams (Chicago Bears) averaged 18.7 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Shedeur Sanders (Cleveland Browns, 10.6 PPG) by 8.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 8.1-point weekly advantage for Caleb Williams is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Caleb Williams threw for 3942 yards and 27 touchdowns, while Shedeur Sanders posted 1400 yards and 7 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Caleb Williams is off Week 10 and Shedeur Sanders Week 11. 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

Caleb Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Shedeur Sanders is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. 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. Shedeur Sanders (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Caleb Williams outscored Shedeur Sanders by a projected 138 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Caleb Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Shedeur Sanders's 8. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Caleb Williams vs Shedeur Sanders: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Caleb Williams	Shedeur Sanders
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.7	10.6
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	318	85
Passing Yards	3,942	1,400
Passing TDs	27	7
Pass Yds/Game	231.9	175.0
Rushing Yards	383	169
Rushing TDs	3	1
Total TDs	31	8
TDs/Game	1.8	1.0
Age	24	24
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Caleb Williams at 18.7 PPG, 8.1 points per game above Shedeur Sanders's 10.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Caleb Williams or Shedeur Sanders in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Caleb Williams has the edge at 18.7 PPG compared to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 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 Caleb Williams and Shedeur Sanders average in 2025?▾

Caleb Williams averaged 18.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 8.1 points per game.

When are Caleb Williams and Shedeur Sanders's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Caleb Williams (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Shedeur Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Caleb Williams or Shedeur Sanders a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Caleb Williams outscored Shedeur Sanders by 8.1 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.