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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Tua TagovailoaWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Tua Tagovailoa's 11.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Carson Wentz is the better fantasy play this season.

Carson Wentz is the better play on a neutral week. 14.1 PPG with 1,273 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tua Tagovailoa at 11.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Carson Wentz higher, but do not fade Tua Tagovailoa entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBMinnesota Vikings#26PPG LEADER

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBMiami Dolphins#35

Tua Tagovailoa

PPG

11.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,660

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Tua Tagovailoa

Head to Head

14.1 PPG11.5 PPG

5 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Tua Tagovailoa: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #35 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% of elite pace and Tua Tagovailoa at 52%. That ranking gap means Carson Wentz carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Carson Wentz vs Tua Tagovailoa: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Carson Wentz and Tua Tagovailoa is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Minnesota Vikings quarterback put up 14.1 PPG in 2025 over 5 games; Tua Tagovailoa of the Miami Dolphins averaged 11.5 in 14. A 2.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.6 points favors Carson Wentz, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tua Tagovailoa posted 2660 yards and 20 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

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

Did You Know?

•Carson Wentz outscored Tua Tagovailoa by a projected 44 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tua Tagovailoa played 14 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. That durability gap means Tua Tagovailoa contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tua Tagovailoa scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Tua Tagovailoa is 5 years younger than Carson Wentz (28 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Tua Tagovailoa: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Tua Tagovailoa
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	11.5
Games Played	5	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	161
Passing Yards	1,216	2,660
Passing TDs	6	20
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	190.0
Rushing Yards	57	43
Rushing TDs	0	0
Total TDs	6	20
TDs/Game	1.2	1.4
Age	33	28
Experience	9 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

14.1 PPG for Carson Wentz versus 11.5 for Tua Tagovailoa 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 Tua Tagovailoa in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Carson Wentz has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Tua Tagovailoa's 11.5 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 Tua Tagovailoa average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Tua Tagovailoa averaged 11.5 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.6 points per game.

Do Carson Wentz and Tua Tagovailoa share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Carson Wentz and Tua Tagovailoa share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Carson Wentz or Tua Tagovailoa a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz outscored Tua Tagovailoa by 2.6 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.