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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Geno Smith vs Jameis WinstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Geno Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Geno Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Geno Smith and Jameis Winston are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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QBLas Vegas Raiders#34PPG LEADER

Geno Smith

PPG

11.6

Games

Pass Yds

3,025

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

109

Bye

Week 13

QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Geno Smith

Jameis Winston

Head to Head

11.6 PPG10.9 PPG

15 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Geno Smith: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #34 at the position). Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Geno Smith is producing at 53% of elite pace and Jameis Winston at 50%. That ranking gap means Geno Smith carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Geno Smith vs Jameis Winston: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Geno Smith and Jameis Winston is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.7 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Geno Smith averaged 11.6 PPG with the Las Vegas Raiders across 15 games, and Jameis Winston posted 10.9 with the Cleveland Browns in 10.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Geno Smith threw for 3025 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Jameis Winston posted 2125 yards and 13 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Geno Smith has his bye in Week 13, and Jameis Winston rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Geno Smith (age 35) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Jameis Winston (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Geno Smith outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Geno Smith played 15 games in 2025 compared to Jameis Winston's 10. That durability gap means Geno Smith contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Geno Smith scored 19 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Geno Smith vs Jameis Winston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Geno Smith	Jameis Winston
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	10.9
Games Played	15	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	174	109
Passing Yards	3,025	2,125
Passing TDs	19	13
Pass Yds/Game	201.7	212.5
Rushing Yards	109	45
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	19	14
TDs/Game	1.3	1.4
Age	35	-
Experience	12 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

11.6 PPG for Geno Smith versus 10.9 for Jameis Winston in 2025. The baseline favors Geno Smith, 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 Geno Smith or Jameis Winston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Geno Smith has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Jameis Winston's 10.9 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 Geno Smith and Jameis Winston average in 2025?▾

Geno Smith averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Geno Smith and Jameis Winston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Geno Smith (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Jameis Winston (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Geno Smith or Jameis Winston a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Geno Smith outscored Jameis Winston by 0.7 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.