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Geno Smith vs Patrick Mahomes

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

QBNew York Jets

Geno Smith

PPG

12.7

Games

Pass Yds

3,025

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

109

Bye

Week 12

QBKansas City ChiefsPPG LEADER

Patrick Mahomes

PPG

21.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,587

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

422

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

Head to Head

12.7 PPG21.2 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 6

Geno Smith vs Patrick Mahomes: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) averaged 21.2 PPG over 14 games in 2025, outscoring Geno Smith (New York Jets, 12.7 PPG) by 8.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 8.5-PPG gap gives Patrick Mahomes the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Patrick Mahomes offers meaningful rushing upside with 422 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Geno Smith (3025 passing yards, 19 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Geno Smith is off Week 12 and Patrick Mahomes Week 6. 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.

The Bottom Line

Patrick Mahomes outscored Geno Smith by 8.5 PPG in 2025 (21.2 to 12.7). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Geno Smith or Patrick Mahomes in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Patrick Mahomes has the edge at 21.2 PPG compared to Geno Smith's 12.7 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 Patrick Mahomes average in 2025?▾

Geno Smith averaged 12.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Patrick Mahomes averaged 21.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 8.5 points per game.

When are Geno Smith and Patrick Mahomes's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Geno Smith (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12, and Patrick Mahomes (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Geno Smith or Patrick Mahomes a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Patrick Mahomes outscored Geno Smith by 8.5 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.