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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Rush vs Trevor LawrenceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.9 PPG to Cooper Rush's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Trevor Lawrence outscored Cooper Rush by 8.8 PPG in 2025 with 38 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Trevor Lawrence is the clear pick. Cooper Rush profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBDallas Cowboys#99

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

QBJacksonville Jaguars#5PPG LEADER

Trevor Lawrence

PPG

19.9

Games

Pass Yds

4,007

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

359

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Cooper Rush

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

11.1 PPG19.9 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Rush: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Cooper Rush is producing at 50% of elite pace and Trevor Lawrence at 90%. That ranking gap means Trevor Lawrence carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cooper Rush vs Trevor Lawrence: The Full Breakdown

Trevor Lawrence and Cooper Rush are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback averaged 19.9 PPG in 2025, a full 8.8 points per game ahead of Cooper Rush's 11.1 with the Dallas Cowboys. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 8.8-point weekly advantage for Trevor Lawrence is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Cooper Rush threw for 1985 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Trevor Lawrence posted 4007 yards and 29 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Both share a Week 7 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

Trevor Lawrence is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Cooper Rush is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cooper Rush (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Trevor Lawrence (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Trevor Lawrence outscored Cooper Rush by a projected 150 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cooper Rush's 10. That durability gap means Trevor Lawrence contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Trevor Lawrence scored 38 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Trevor Lawrence added 359 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Rush vs Trevor Lawrence: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Rush	Trevor Lawrence
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	19.9
Games Played	10	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	338
Passing Yards	1,985	4,007
Passing TDs	12	29
Pass Yds/Game	198.5	235.7
Rushing Yards	28	359
Rushing TDs	0	9
Total TDs	12	38
TDs/Game	1.2	2.2
Age	-	26
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Trevor Lawrence at 19.9 PPG, 8.8 points per game above Cooper Rush's 11.1. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cooper Rush or Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 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 Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.8 points per game.

Do Cooper Rush and Trevor Lawrence share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cooper Rush and Trevor Lawrence share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Cooper Rush or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored Cooper Rush by 8.8 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.