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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dak Prescott vs Joe BurrowWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Joe Burrow's 16.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott is the better play on a neutral week. 18.5 PPG with 4,729 yards gives a reliable baseline. Joe Burrow at 16.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Dak Prescott higher, but do not fade Joe Burrow entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBDallas Cowboys#9PPG LEADER

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBCincinnati Bengals#15

Joe Burrow

PPG

16.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,809

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dak Prescott

Joe Burrow

Head to Head

18.5 PPG16.8 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Joe Burrow: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Dak Prescott is producing at 84% of elite pace and Joe Burrow at 76%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dak Prescott vs Joe Burrow: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Dak Prescott and Joe Burrow is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys quarterback put up 18.5 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals averaged 16.8 in 8. A 1.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.7 points favors Dak Prescott, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Dak Prescott threw for 4552 yards and 30 touchdowns, while Joe Burrow posted 1809 yards and 17 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: Dak Prescott sits Week 14 while Joe Burrow 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.

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: Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Joe Burrow (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Joe Burrow by a projected 29 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Joe Burrow's 8. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dak Prescott vs Joe Burrow: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dak Prescott	Joe Burrow
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.5	16.8
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	315	134
Passing Yards	4,552	1,809
Passing TDs	30	17
Pass Yds/Game	267.8	226.1
Rushing Yards	177	41
Rushing TDs	2	0
Total TDs	32	17
TDs/Game	1.9	2.1
Age	32	29
Experience	9 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

18.5 PPG for Dak Prescott versus 16.8 for Joe Burrow in 2025. The baseline favors Dak Prescott, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dak Prescott or Joe Burrow in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 PPG compared to Joe Burrow's 16.8 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 Dak Prescott and Joe Burrow average in 2025?▾

Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Joe Burrow averaged 16.8 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 1.7 points per game.

When are Dak Prescott and Joe Burrow's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Joe Burrow (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dak Prescott or Joe Burrow a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott outscored Joe Burrow by 1.7 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.