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Carson Wentz vs Joe Flacco

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

QBMinnesota VikingsPPG LEADER

Carson Wentz

PPG

15.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBCincinnati Bengals

Joe Flacco

PPG

12.1

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 12

Head to Head

15.1 PPG12.1 PPG

5 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Carson Wentz vs Joe Flacco: Who Should You Start?

Carson Wentz and Joe Flacco are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Carson Wentz averaged 15.1 PPG across 5 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Joe Flacco posted 12.1 PPG in 13 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals.

A 3.0-PPG gap gives Carson Wentz the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Carson Wentz sits Week 6 while Joe Flacco is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

The Bottom Line

Carson Wentz outscored Joe Flacco by 3.0 PPG in 2025 (15.1 to 12.1). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Carson Wentz or Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Carson Wentz has the edge at 15.1 PPG compared to Joe Flacco's 12.1 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 Flacco average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 15.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 12.1 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Joe Flacco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz outscored Joe Flacco by 3.0 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.