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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Joe BurrowWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.8 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy play this season.

Joe Burrow is the better play on a neutral week. 16.8 PPG with 1,850 yards gives a reliable baseline. Carson Wentz at 14.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Joe Burrow higher, but do not fade Carson Wentz entirely.

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

QBCincinnati Bengals#15PPG LEADER

Joe Burrow

PPG

16.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,809

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Joe Burrow

Head to Head

14.1 PPG16.8 PPG

5 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Joe Burrow: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Joe Burrow at 76%. That ranking gap means Joe Burrow carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Joe Burrow: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Carson Wentz and Joe Burrow for your lineup, you are not alone. Carson Wentz finished the 2025 season at 14.1 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (5 games), and Joe Burrow averaged 16.8 for the Cincinnati Bengals (8 games).

That 2.7-point weekly advantage for Joe Burrow 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. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Joe Burrow posted 1809 yards and 17 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

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: Carson Wentz (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Joe Burrow (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Joe Burrow outscored Carson Wentz by a projected 46 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Burrow played 8 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Joe Burrow contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Burrow scored 17 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Joe Burrow is 4 years younger than Carson Wentz (29 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•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 Joe Burrow: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Joe Burrow
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	16.8
Games Played	5	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	134
Passing Yards	1,216	1,809
Passing TDs	6	17
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	226.1
Rushing Yards	57	41
Rushing TDs	0	0
Total TDs	6	17
TDs/Game	1.2	2.1
Age	33	29
Experience	9 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Joe Burrow at 16.8 PPG, 2.7 points per game above Carson Wentz's 14.1. 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 Carson Wentz or Joe Burrow in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Burrow has the edge at 16.8 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 Joe Burrow average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Joe Burrow averaged 16.8 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

Do Carson Wentz and Joe Burrow share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Carson Wentz and Joe Burrow 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 Joe Burrow a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Joe Burrow outscored Carson Wentz by 2.7 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.