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Drake Maye vs Jaxson DartWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Drake Maye is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 20.7 PPG to Jaxson Dart's 17.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Drake Maye is the better fantasy play this season.

Drake Maye is the better play on a neutral week. 20.7 PPG with 4,846 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jaxson Dart at 17.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Drake Maye higher, but do not fade Jaxson Dart entirely.

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

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QBNew England Patriots#2PPG LEADER
Drake Maye
PPG
20.7
Games
17
Pass Yds
4,394
Pass TDs
31
Rush Yds
450
Rush TDs
4
Bye
Week 11
QBNew York Giants#14
Jaxson Dart
PPG
17.3
Games
14
Pass Yds
2,272
Pass TDs
15
Rush Yds
487
Rush TDs
9
Bye
Week 8

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Drake Maye
Jaxson Dart

Head to Head

20.7 PPG17.3 PPG
17 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Drake Maye: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #2 at the position). Jaxson Dart: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #14 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Drake Maye is producing at 94% of elite pace and Jaxson Dart at 79%. That ranking gap means Drake Maye carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Drake Maye vs Jaxson Dart: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Drake Maye and Jaxson Dart for your lineup, you are not alone. Drake Maye finished the 2025 season at 20.7 PPG for the New England Patriots (17 games), and Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 for the New York Giants (14 games).

That 3.4-point weekly advantage for Drake Maye 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 are dual-threat quarterbacks. Drake Maye added 450 rushing yards and Jaxson Dart chipped in 487, which gives them a higher weekly floor than traditional pocket passers when defenses take away the deep ball. That rushing production is the biggest reason their ceilings look different from drop-back QBs, and it is the stat that typically separates them on tough passing matchups.

One scheduling note: Drake Maye is off Week 11 and Jaxson Dart Week 8. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Drake Maye is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jaxson Dart is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Drake Maye (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Jaxson Dart (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

  • Drake Maye outscored Jaxson Dart by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Drake Maye played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaxson Dart's 14. That durability gap means Drake Maye contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Drake Maye scored 35 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
  • Jaxson Dart added 487 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Drake Maye vs Jaxson Dart: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDrake MayeJaxson Dart
PPG (Half-PPR)20.717.3
Games Played1714
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)352242
Passing Yards4,3942,272
Passing TDs3115
Pass Yds/Game258.5162.3
Rushing Yards450487
Rushing TDs49
Total TDs3524
TDs/Game2.11.7
Age2323
Experience1 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Drake Maye at 20.7 PPG, 3.4 points per game above Jaxson Dart's 17.3. 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 Drake Maye or Jaxson Dart in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Drake Maye has the edge at 20.7 PPG compared to Jaxson Dart's 17.3 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 Drake Maye and Jaxson Dart average in 2025?

Drake Maye averaged 20.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are Drake Maye and Jaxson Dart's bye weeks in 2026?

Drake Maye (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Jaxson Dart (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Drake Maye or Jaxson Dart a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Drake Maye outscored Jaxson Dart by 3.4 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.