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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Michael Penix Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Carson Wentz and Michael Penix Jr. are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

QBAtlanta Falcons#29

Michael Penix Jr.

PPG

13.4

Games

Pass Yds

1,982

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Michael Penix Jr.

Head to Head

14.1 PPG13.4 PPG

5 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Michael Penix Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Michael Penix Jr. at 61%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Carson Wentz vs Michael Penix Jr.: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Carson Wentz and Michael Penix Jr. is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.7 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 Michael Penix Jr. posted 13.4 with the Atlanta Falcons in 9.

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 Michael Penix Jr. posted 1982 yards and 9 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 Michael Penix Jr. 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. Michael Penix Jr. (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Carson Wentz outscored Michael Penix Jr. by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Penix Jr. played 9 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Michael Penix Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Penix Jr. scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Michael Penix Jr. is 7 years younger than Carson Wentz (26 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Michael Penix Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Michael Penix Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	13.4
Games Played	5	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	121
Passing Yards	1,216	1,982
Passing TDs	6	9
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	220.2
Rushing Yards	57	70
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	6	10
TDs/Game	1.2	1.1
Age	33	26
Experience	9 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

14.1 PPG for Carson Wentz versus 13.4 for Michael Penix Jr. in 2025. The baseline favors Carson Wentz, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Carson Wentz or Michael Penix Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Carson Wentz has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 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 Michael Penix Jr. average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Michael Penix Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Michael Penix Jr. (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Michael Penix Jr. a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz outscored Michael Penix Jr. by 0.7 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.