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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Kyler MurrayWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.6 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyler Murray is the better play on a neutral week. 15.6 PPG with 1,135 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 Kyler Murray higher, but do not fade Carson Wentz entirely.

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

QBArizona Cardinals#22PPG LEADER

Kyler Murray

PPG

15.6

Games

Pass Yds

962

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

173

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Kyler Murray

Head to Head

14.1 PPG15.6 PPG

5 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Kyler Murray: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Kyler Murray at 71%. That ranking gap means Kyler Murray carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Kyler Murray: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Carson Wentz and Kyler Murray for your lineup, you are not alone. Carson Wentz finished the 2025 season at 14.1 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (5 games), and Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 for the Arizona Cardinals (5 games).

That 1.5-point weekly advantage for Kyler Murray 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 Kyler Murray posted 962 yards and 6 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Carson Wentz has his bye in Week 6, and Kyler Murray rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Kyler Murray (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Kyler Murray outscored Carson Wentz by a projected 26 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyler Murray scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Kyler Murray is 5 years younger than Carson Wentz (28 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Kyler Murray: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Kyler Murray
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	15.6
Games Played	5	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	78
Passing Yards	1,216	962
Passing TDs	6	6
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	192.4
Rushing Yards	57	173
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	6	7
TDs/Game	1.2	1.4
Age	33	28
Experience	9 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyler Murray at 15.6 PPG, 1.5 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 Kyler Murray in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyler Murray has the edge at 15.6 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 Kyler Murray average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Kyler Murray's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Carson Wentz or Kyler Murray a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Kyler Murray outscored Carson Wentz by 1.5 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.