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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Justin FieldsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Justin Fields is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.9 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Justin Fields is the better fantasy play this season.

Justin Fields has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.8-PPG advantage is real (15.9 to 14.1), and Justin Fields's 11 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.

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

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QBMinnesota Vikings#26

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBNew York Jets#20PPG LEADER

Justin Fields

PPG

15.9

Games

Pass Yds

1,259

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Justin Fields

Head to Head

14.1 PPG15.9 PPG

5 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Justin Fields: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Justin Fields at 72%. That ranking gap means Justin Fields carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Justin Fields: The Full Breakdown

Carson Wentz and Justin Fields are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 PPG across 5 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Justin Fields posted 15.9 PPG in 9 appearances for the New York Jets.

A 1.8-PPG gap gives Justin Fields 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 Justin Fields posted 1259 yards and 7 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Carson Wentz is off Week 6 and Justin Fields Week 13. 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: Carson Wentz (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Justin Fields (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Justin Fields outscored Carson Wentz by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Justin Fields played 9 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Justin Fields contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Justin Fields scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Justin Fields added 383 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Justin Fields is 6 years younger than Carson Wentz (27 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Justin Fields: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Justin Fields
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	15.9
Games Played	5	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	143
Passing Yards	1,216	1,259
Passing TDs	6	7
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	139.9
Rushing Yards	57	383
Rushing TDs	0	4
Total TDs	6	11
TDs/Game	1.2	1.2
Age	33	27
Experience	9 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 13

Summary

Justin Fields outscored Carson Wentz by 1.8 PPG in 2025 (15.9 to 14.1). 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 Justin Fields in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Justin Fields has the edge at 15.9 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 Justin Fields average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Justin Fields averaged 15.9 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Justin Fields's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Justin Fields (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Justin Fields a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Justin Fields outscored Carson Wentz 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.