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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Jared GoffWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jared Goff is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.5 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jared Goff is the better fantasy play this season.

Jared Goff has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.4-PPG advantage is real (17.5 to 14.1), and Jared Goff's 34 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

QBDetroit Lions#12PPG LEADER

Jared Goff

PPG

17.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,564

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Jared Goff

Head to Head

14.1 PPG17.5 PPG

5 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Jared Goff: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Jared Goff at 80%. That ranking gap means Jared Goff carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Jared Goff: 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. Jared Goff (Detroit Lions) came in at 17.5 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Jared Goff carries a 3.4-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 Jared Goff posted 4564 yards and 34 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Jared Goff 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. Jared Goff (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jared Goff outscored Carson Wentz by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jared Goff played 17 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Jared Goff contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jared Goff scored 34 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Jared Goff: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Jared Goff
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	17.5
Games Played	5	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	298
Passing Yards	1,216	4,564
Passing TDs	6	34
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	268.5
Rushing Yards	57	45
Rushing TDs	0	0
Total TDs	6	34
TDs/Game	1.2	2.0
Age	33	31
Experience	9 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jared Goff holds the PPG edge with solid output at 17.5 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 Jared Goff in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jared Goff has the edge at 17.5 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 Jared Goff average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Jared Goff averaged 17.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

Do Carson Wentz and Jared Goff share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Carson Wentz and Jared Goff share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Carson Wentz or Jared Goff a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jared Goff outscored Carson Wentz by 3.4 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.