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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett vs Jameis WinstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jacoby Brissett outscored Jameis Winston by 5.3 PPG in 2025 with 24 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jacoby Brissett is the clear pick. Jameis Winston profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBArizona Cardinals#18PPG LEADER

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jacoby Brissett

Jameis Winston

Head to Head

16.2 PPG10.9 PPG

14 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% of elite pace and Jameis Winston at 50%. That ranking gap means Jacoby Brissett carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jacoby Brissett vs Jameis Winston: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jacoby Brissett and Jameis Winston for your lineup, you are not alone. Jacoby Brissett finished the 2025 season at 16.2 PPG for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games), and Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 for the Cleveland Browns (10 games).

That 5.3-point weekly advantage for Jacoby Brissett 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 lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jacoby Brissett threw for 3366 yards and 23 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jacoby Brissett sits Week 14 while Jameis Winston is off Week 10. 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

Jacoby Brissett is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jameis Winston is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jacoby Brissett (age 33) 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?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 90 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacoby Brissett played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jameis Winston's 10. 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

Jacoby Brissett vs Jameis Winston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacoby Brissett	Jameis Winston
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.2	10.9
Games Played	14	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	109
Passing Yards	3,366	2,125
Passing TDs	23	13
Pass Yds/Game	240.4	212.5
Rushing Yards	168	45
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	24	14
TDs/Game	1.7	1.4
Age	33	-
Experience	9 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG, 5.3 points per game above Jameis Winston's 10.9. 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 Jacoby Brissett or Jameis Winston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 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 Jacoby Brissett and Jameis Winston average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

When are Jacoby Brissett and Jameis Winston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Jacoby Brissett or Jameis Winston a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Jameis Winston by 5.3 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.