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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett vs Joe BurrowWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.8 PPG to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Joe Burrow and Jacoby Brissett are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-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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QBArizona Cardinals#18

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBCincinnati Bengals#15PPG LEADER

Joe Burrow

PPG

16.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,809

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jacoby Brissett

Joe Burrow

Head to Head

16.2 PPG16.8 PPG

14 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Joe Burrow: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% of elite pace and Joe Burrow at 76%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jacoby Brissett vs Joe Burrow: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jacoby Brissett and Joe Burrow is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.6 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG with the Arizona Cardinals across 14 games, and Joe Burrow posted 16.8 with the Cincinnati Bengals in 8.

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. Jacoby Brissett threw for 3366 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Joe Burrow posted 1809 yards and 17 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Jacoby Brissett has his bye in Week 14, and Joe Burrow rests in Week 6. 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: Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Joe Burrow (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Joe Burrow outscored Jacoby Brissett by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacoby Brissett played 14 games in 2025 compared to Joe Burrow's 8. 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.
•Joe Burrow is 4 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (29 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacoby Brissett vs Joe Burrow: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacoby Brissett	Joe Burrow
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.2	16.8
Games Played	14	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	134
Passing Yards	3,366	1,809
Passing TDs	23	17
Pass Yds/Game	240.4	226.1
Rushing Yards	168	41
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	24	17
TDs/Game	1.7	2.1
Age	33	29
Experience	9 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Joe Burrow at 16.8 PPG, 0.6 points per game above Jacoby Brissett's 16.2. 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 Joe Burrow in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Burrow has the edge at 16.8 PPG compared to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 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 Jacoby Brissett and Joe Burrow average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Joe Burrow averaged 16.8 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Jacoby Brissett and Joe Burrow's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Joe Burrow (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacoby Brissett or Joe Burrow a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Joe Burrow outscored Jacoby Brissett by 0.6 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.