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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Rush vs Davis MillsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Davis Mills is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.4 PPG to Cooper Rush's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Davis Mills is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Davis Mills edges Cooper Rush by 0.3 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, Davis Mills 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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QBDallas Cowboys#99

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

QBHouston Texans#36PPG LEADER

Davis Mills

PPG

11.4

Games

Pass Yds

915

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Cooper Rush

Davis Mills

Head to Head

11.1 PPG11.4 PPG

10 GP6 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Rush: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Davis Mills: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Cooper Rush is producing at 50% of elite pace and Davis Mills at 52%. That ranking gap means Davis Mills carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cooper Rush vs Davis Mills: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cooper Rush finished the 2025 season at 11.1 PPG over 10 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Davis Mills clocked in at 11.4 across 6 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 0.3-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. Cooper Rush threw for 1985 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Davis Mills posted 915 yards and 5 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Cooper Rush is off Week 7 and Davis Mills Week 8. 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.

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: Cooper Rush (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Davis Mills (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Davis Mills outscored Cooper Rush by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cooper Rush played 10 games in 2025 compared to Davis Mills's 6. That durability gap means Cooper Rush contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cooper Rush scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Rush vs Davis Mills: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Rush	Davis Mills
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	11.4
Games Played	10	6
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	68
Passing Yards	1,985	915
Passing TDs	12	5
Pass Yds/Game	198.5	152.5
Rushing Yards	28	60
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	12	6
TDs/Game	1.2	1.0
Age	-	27
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 8

Summary

Davis Mills outscored Cooper Rush by 0.3 PPG in 2025 (11.4 to 11.1). 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 Cooper Rush or Davis Mills in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Davis Mills has the edge at 11.4 PPG compared to Cooper Rush's 11.1 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 Cooper Rush and Davis Mills average in 2025?▾

Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Davis Mills averaged 11.4 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Cooper Rush and Davis Mills's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cooper Rush (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Davis Mills (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cooper Rush or Davis Mills a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Davis Mills outscored Cooper Rush by 0.3 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.