Cam Ward vs Joe Flacco: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cam Ward finished the 2025 season at 11.4 PPG over 17 games with the Tennessee Titans, while Joe Flacco clocked in at 12.1 across 13 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 0.7-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Cam Ward threw for 3169 yards and 15 touchdowns, while Joe Flacco posted 2479 yards and 15 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.
One scheduling note: Cam Ward is off Week 5 and Joe Flacco 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.
