Davis Mills vs Marcus Mariota: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Davis Mills finished the 2025 season at 11.6 PPG over 6 games with the Houston Texans, while Marcus Mariota clocked in at 12.0 across 11 appearances for the Washington Commanders. A 0.4-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. Davis Mills threw for 915 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Marcus Mariota posted 1695 yards and 10 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.
One thing to note: both players share a Week 14 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.
