C.J. Stroud vs Jacoby Brissett: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. C.J. Stroud finished the 2025 season at 15.5 PPG over 14 games with the Houston Texans, while Jacoby Brissett clocked in at 16.8 across 14 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 1.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. C.J. Stroud threw for 3041 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Jacoby Brissett posted 3366 yards and 23 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.
One scheduling note: C.J. Stroud is off Week 14 and Jacoby Brissett Week 11. 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.
