Caleb Williams vs Tyler Shough: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Caleb Williams and Tyler Shough is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears quarterback put up 19.1 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Tyler Shough of the New Orleans Saints averaged 14.9 in 11. A 4.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 4.2 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 Tyler Shough posted 2384 yards and 10 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 7 and Tyler Shough Week 12. 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.
