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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Dak PrescottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.4-PPG advantage is real (18.5 to 14.1), and Dak Prescott's 32 touchdowns show scoring upside. Carson Wentz is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBMinnesota Vikings#26

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBDallas Cowboys#9PPG LEADER

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Dak Prescott

Head to Head

14.1 PPG18.5 PPG

5 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Dak Prescott at 84%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Dak Prescott: The Full Breakdown

Two quarterbacks who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Carson Wentz (Minnesota Vikings) finished the 2025 season averaging 14.1 fantasy points per game in 5 games. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) came in at 18.5 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Dak Prescott carries a 4.4-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Dak Prescott posted 4552 yards and 30 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: Carson Wentz sits Week 6 while Dak Prescott 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

If you can acquire Dak Prescott at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Carson Wentz is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Carson Wentz (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Carson Wentz by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Dak Prescott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Dak Prescott
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	18.5
Games Played	5	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	315
Passing Yards	1,216	4,552
Passing TDs	6	30
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	267.8
Rushing Yards	57	177
Rushing TDs	0	2
Total TDs	6	32
TDs/Game	1.2	1.9
Age	33	32
Experience	9 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dak Prescott holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.5 points per game. Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Carson Wentz or Dak Prescott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 PPG compared to Carson Wentz's 14.1 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 Carson Wentz and Dak Prescott average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Dak Prescott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Dak Prescott a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott outscored Carson Wentz by 4.4 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.