Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Rush vs Jameis WinstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cooper Rush is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.1 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cooper Rush is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Cooper Rush and Jameis Winston are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Cooper Rush and Jameis Winston in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

QBDallas Cowboys#99PPG LEADER

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cooper Rush

Jameis Winston

Head to Head

11.1 PPG10.9 PPG

10 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Rush: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Cooper Rush is producing at 50% of elite pace and Jameis Winston at 50%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cooper Rush vs Jameis Winston: The Full Breakdown

Cooper Rush (11.1 PPG) and Jameis Winston (10.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Cooper Rush played 10 games for the Dallas Cowboys; Jameis Winston suited up 10 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 0.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Cooper Rush threw for 1985 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Jameis Winston posted 2125 yards and 13 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: Cooper Rush sits Week 7 while Jameis Winston is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Jameis Winston (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Cooper Rush outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameis Winston scored 14 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Rush vs Jameis Winston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Rush	Jameis Winston
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	10.9
Games Played	10	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	109
Passing Yards	1,985	2,125
Passing TDs	12	13
Pass Yds/Game	198.5	212.5
Rushing Yards	28	45
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	12	14
TDs/Game	1.2	1.4
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

11.1 PPG for Cooper Rush versus 10.9 for Jameis Winston in 2025. The baseline favors Cooper Rush, 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Cooper Rush vs Jameis Winston

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Cooper Rush vs Jameis Winston

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cooper Rush or Jameis Winston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cooper Rush has the edge at 11.1 PPG compared to Jameis Winston's 10.9 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 Jameis Winston average in 2025?▾

Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Cooper Rush and Jameis Winston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cooper Rush (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Jameis Winston (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cooper Rush or Jameis Winston a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Cooper Rush outscored Jameis Winston by 0.2 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.