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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett vs Michael Penix Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.2 PPG to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jacoby Brissett is the better fantasy play this season.

Jacoby Brissett is the better play on a neutral week. 16.2 PPG with 3,534 yards gives a reliable baseline. Michael Penix Jr. at 13.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jacoby Brissett higher, but do not fade Michael Penix Jr. entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

QBAtlanta Falcons#29

Michael Penix Jr.

PPG

13.4

Games

Pass Yds

1,982

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jacoby Brissett

Michael Penix Jr.

Head to Head

16.2 PPG13.4 PPG

14 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Michael Penix Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% of elite pace and Michael Penix Jr. at 61%. That ranking gap means Jacoby Brissett carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jacoby Brissett vs Michael Penix Jr.: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jacoby Brissett and Michael Penix Jr. for your lineup, you are not alone. Jacoby Brissett finished the 2025 season at 16.2 PPG for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games), and Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 for the Atlanta Falcons (9 games).

That 2.8-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 Michael Penix Jr. posted 1982 yards and 9 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Jacoby Brissett is off Week 14 and Michael Penix Jr. Week 11. 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.

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. Michael Penix Jr. (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Jacoby Brissett outscored Michael Penix Jr. by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jacoby Brissett played 14 games in 2025 compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 9. 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.
•Michael Penix Jr. is 7 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (26 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jacoby Brissett vs Michael Penix Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jacoby Brissett	Michael Penix Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.2	13.4
Games Played	14	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	227	121
Passing Yards	3,366	1,982
Passing TDs	23	9
Pass Yds/Game	240.4	220.2
Rushing Yards	168	70
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	24	10
TDs/Game	1.7	1.1
Age	33	26
Experience	9 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG, 2.8 points per game above Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4. 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 Michael Penix Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jacoby Brissett has the edge at 16.2 PPG compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 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 Michael Penix Jr. average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

When are Jacoby Brissett and Michael Penix Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Michael Penix Jr. (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jacoby Brissett or Michael Penix Jr. a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jacoby Brissett outscored Michael Penix Jr. by 2.8 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.