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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Ward vs Malik WillisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Malik Willis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Cam Ward's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Malik Willis is the better fantasy play this season.

Malik Willis is the better play on a neutral week. 12.8 PPG with 545 yards gives a reliable baseline. Cam Ward at 11.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Malik Willis higher, but do not fade Cam Ward entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBTennessee Titans#39

Cam Ward

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

3,169

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

159

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

QBGreen Bay Packers#30PPG LEADER

Malik Willis

PPG

12.8

Games

Pass Yds

422

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

123

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Cam Ward

Malik Willis

Head to Head

11.0 PPG12.8 PPG

17 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Ward: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #39 at the position). Malik Willis: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Cam Ward is producing at 50% of elite pace and Malik Willis at 58%. That ranking gap means Malik Willis carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Ward vs Malik Willis: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Cam Ward and Malik Willis for your lineup, you are not alone. Cam Ward finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG for the Tennessee Titans (17 games), and Malik Willis averaged 12.8 for the Green Bay Packers (4 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Malik Willis 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. Cam Ward threw for 3169 yards and 15 touchdowns, while Malik Willis posted 422 yards and 3 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 9 and Malik Willis 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

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: Cam Ward (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Malik Willis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Malik Willis outscored Cam Ward by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cam Ward played 17 games in 2025 compared to Malik Willis's 4. That durability gap means Cam Ward contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cam Ward scored 17 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Ward vs Malik Willis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Ward	Malik Willis
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	12.8
Games Played	17	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	187	51
Passing Yards	3,169	422
Passing TDs	15	3
Pass Yds/Game	186.4	105.5
Rushing Yards	159	123
Rushing TDs	2	2
Total TDs	17	5
TDs/Game	1.0	1.3
Age	24	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Malik Willis at 12.8 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Cam Ward's 11.0. 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 Cam Ward or Malik Willis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Malik Willis has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Cam Ward's 11.0 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 Cam Ward and Malik Willis average in 2025?▾

Cam Ward averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Cam Ward and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Ward (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Malik Willis (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Ward or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Malik Willis outscored Cam Ward by 1.8 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.