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C.J. Stroud vs Malik Willis

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

QBHouston TexansPPG LEADER

C.J. Stroud

PPG

15.5

Games

Pass Yds

3,041

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

209

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBMiami Dolphins

Malik Willis

PPG

12.8

Games

Pass Yds

422

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

123

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

Head to Head

15.5 PPG12.8 PPG

14 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

C.J. Stroud vs Malik Willis: Who Should You Start?

C.J. Stroud and Malik Willis are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. C.J. Stroud averaged 15.5 PPG across 14 games with the Houston Texans, while Malik Willis posted 12.8 PPG in 4 appearances for the Miami Dolphins.

A 2.7-PPG gap gives C.J. Stroud the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. C.J. Stroud threw for 3041 yards and 19 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: C.J. Stroud sits Week 14 while Malik Willis is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

The Bottom Line

C.J. Stroud outscored Malik Willis by 2.7 PPG in 2025 (15.5 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, C.J. Stroud has the edge at 15.5 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 C.J. Stroud and Malik Willis average in 2025?▾

C.J. Stroud averaged 15.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

When are C.J. Stroud and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

C.J. Stroud (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Malik Willis (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is C.J. Stroud or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

C.J. Stroud outscored Malik Willis by 2.7 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.