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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Malik WillisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Malik Willis's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Carson Wentz edges Malik Willis by 1.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Carson Wentz goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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QBMinnesota Vikings#26PPG LEADER

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBGreen Bay Packers#30

Malik Willis

PPG

12.8

Games

Pass Yds

422

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

123

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Malik Willis

Head to Head

14.1 PPG12.8 PPG

5 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Malik Willis: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Malik Willis at 58%. That ranking gap means Carson Wentz carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Malik Willis: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Carson Wentz and Malik Willis is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.3 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 PPG with the Minnesota Vikings across 5 games, and Malik Willis posted 12.8 with the Green Bay Packers in 4.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Malik Willis posted 422 yards and 3 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 Malik Willis rests in Week 11. 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. Malik Willis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Carson Wentz outscored Malik Willis by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Carson Wentz played 5 games in 2025 compared to Malik Willis's 4. That durability gap means Carson Wentz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Carson Wentz scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Malik Willis is 6 years younger than Carson Wentz (27 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Malik Willis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Malik Willis
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	12.8
Games Played	5	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	51
Passing Yards	1,216	422
Passing TDs	6	3
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	105.5
Rushing Yards	57	123
Rushing TDs	0	2
Total TDs	6	5
TDs/Game	1.2	1.3
Age	33	27
Experience	9 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Carson Wentz holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.1 points per game. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 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 Malik Willis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Carson Wentz has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Malik Willis's 12.8 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 Malik Willis average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Malik Willis (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz outscored Malik Willis by 1.3 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.