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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett vs Lamar JacksonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.5 PPG to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Lamar Jackson edges Jacoby Brissett by 0.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Lamar Jackson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

QBBaltimore Ravens#16PPG LEADER

Lamar Jackson

PPG

16.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,549

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

349

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Jacoby Brissett

Lamar Jackson

Head to Head

16.2 PPG16.5 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Lamar Jackson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% of elite pace and Lamar Jackson at 75%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jacoby Brissett vs Lamar Jackson: The Full Breakdown

Jacoby Brissett (16.2 PPG) and Lamar Jackson (16.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Jacoby Brissett played 14 games for the Arizona Cardinals; Lamar Jackson suited up 13 times for the Baltimore Ravens.

A 0.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jacoby Brissett threw for 3366 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Lamar Jackson posted 2549 yards and 21 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 Lamar Jackson is off Week 13. 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

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. Lamar Jackson (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Lamar Jackson outscored Jacoby Brissett by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacoby Brissett played 14 games in 2025 compared to Lamar Jackson's 13. 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.
•Lamar Jackson added 349 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Lamar Jackson is 4 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (29 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacoby Brissett vs Lamar Jackson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacoby Brissett	Lamar Jackson
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.2	16.5
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	215
Passing Yards	3,366	2,549
Passing TDs	23	21
Pass Yds/Game	240.4	196.1
Rushing Yards	168	349
Rushing TDs	1	2
Total TDs	24	23
TDs/Game	1.7	1.8
Age	33	29
Experience	9 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Lamar Jackson holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.5 points per game. Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jacoby Brissett or Lamar Jackson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Lamar Jackson has the edge at 16.5 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 Lamar Jackson average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Jacoby Brissett and Lamar Jackson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Lamar Jackson (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacoby Brissett or Lamar Jackson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Lamar Jackson outscored Jacoby Brissett by 0.3 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.