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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 18.5 PPG and 4,729 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Joe Flacco (11.3 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Dak Prescott as the starter and Joe Flacco as depth.

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

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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#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dak Prescott

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

18.5 PPG11.3 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Dak Prescott is producing at 84% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dak Prescott vs Joe Flacco: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Dak Prescott put up 18.5 fantasy points per game for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, while Joe Flacco managed 11.3 across 13 games with the Cincinnati Bengals. A 7.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

Dak Prescott carries a 7.2-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Dak Prescott threw for 4552 yards and 30 touchdowns, while Joe Flacco posted 2479 yards and 15 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 Flacco 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

If you can acquire Dak Prescott at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Joe Flacco is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 122 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Joe Flacco's 13. 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.
•Dak Prescott is 9 years younger than Joe Flacco (32 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dak Prescott vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dak Prescott	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.5	11.3
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	315	147
Passing Yards	4,552	2,479
Passing TDs	30	15
Pass Yds/Game	267.8	190.7
Rushing Yards	177	35
Rushing TDs	2	1
Total TDs	32	16
TDs/Game	1.9	1.2
Age	32	41
Experience	9 yrs	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dak Prescott holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.5 points per game. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 PPG compared to Joe Flacco's 11.3 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 Flacco average in 2025?▾

Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 7.2 points per game.

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

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

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

Dak Prescott outscored Joe Flacco by 7.2 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.