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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deshaun Watson vs Jacoby BrissettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Deshaun Watson's 12.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

Jacoby Brissett has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.0-PPG advantage is real (16.2 to 12.2), and Jacoby Brissett's 24 touchdowns show scoring upside. Deshaun Watson is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBCleveland Browns#99

Deshaun Watson

PPG

12.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,105

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

185

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBArizona Cardinals#18PPG LEADER

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Deshaun Watson

Jacoby Brissett

Head to Head

12.2 PPG16.2 PPG

11 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Deshaun Watson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Deshaun Watson is producing at 55% of elite pace and Jacoby Brissett at 74%. That ranking gap means Jacoby Brissett carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Deshaun Watson vs Jacoby Brissett: The Full Breakdown

Two quarterbacks who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Deshaun Watson (Cleveland Browns) finished the 2025 season averaging 12.2 fantasy points per game in 11 games. Jacoby Brissett (Arizona Cardinals) came in at 16.2 PPG over 14 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Jacoby Brissett carries a 4.0-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. Deshaun Watson threw for 2105 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Jacoby Brissett posted 3366 yards and 23 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: Deshaun Watson sits Week 10 while Jacoby Brissett is off Week 14. 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 Jacoby Brissett at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Deshaun Watson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Deshaun Watson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Deshaun Watson by a projected 68 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacoby Brissett played 14 games in 2025 compared to Deshaun Watson's 11. That durability gap means Jacoby Brissett contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jacoby Brissett scored 24 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Deshaun Watson vs Jacoby Brissett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deshaun Watson	Jacoby Brissett
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.2	16.2
Games Played	11	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	134	227
Passing Yards	2,105	3,366
Passing TDs	12	23
Pass Yds/Game	191.4	240.4
Rushing Yards	185	168
Rushing TDs	2	1
Total TDs	14	24
TDs/Game	1.3	1.7
Age	-	33
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jacoby Brissett holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.2 points per game. Deshaun Watson averaged 12.2 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 Deshaun Watson or Jacoby Brissett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 PPG compared to Deshaun Watson's 12.2 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 Deshaun Watson and Jacoby Brissett average in 2025?▾

Deshaun Watson averaged 12.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.0 points per game.

When are Deshaun Watson and Jacoby Brissett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Deshaun Watson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Deshaun Watson or Jacoby Brissett a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Deshaun Watson by 4.0 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.