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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jake Browning vs Russell WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Russell Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.2 PPG to Jake Browning's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Russell Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Russell Wilson is the better play on a neutral week. 14.2 PPG with 3,045 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jake Browning at 11.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Russell Wilson higher, but do not fade Jake Browning entirely.

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

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QBTampa Bay Buccaneers#99

Jake Browning

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

771

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

QBPittsburgh Steelers#99PPG LEADER

Russell Wilson

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,890

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

155

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Jake Browning

Russell Wilson

Head to Head

11.3 PPG14.2 PPG

5 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Browning: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Russell Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jake Browning is producing at 51% of elite pace and Russell Wilson at 65%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jake Browning vs Russell Wilson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jake Browning and Russell Wilson for your lineup, you are not alone. Jake Browning finished the 2025 season at 11.3 PPG for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5 games), and Russell Wilson averaged 14.2 for the Pittsburgh Steelers (14 games).

That 2.9-point weekly advantage for Russell Wilson 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. Jake Browning threw for 771 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Russell Wilson posted 2890 yards and 18 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: Jake Browning sits Week 11 while Russell Wilson is off Week 9. 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: Jake Browning (age 30) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Russell Wilson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Russell Wilson outscored Jake Browning by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Russell Wilson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jake Browning's 5. That durability gap means Russell Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Russell Wilson scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Browning vs Russell Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Browning	Russell Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.3	14.2
Games Played	5	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	57	199
Passing Yards	771	2,890
Passing TDs	6	18
Pass Yds/Game	154.2	206.4
Rushing Yards	39	155
Rushing TDs	1	2
Total TDs	7	20
TDs/Game	1.4	1.4
Age	30	-
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Russell Wilson at 14.2 PPG, 2.9 points per game above Jake Browning's 11.3. 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 Jake Browning or Russell Wilson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Russell Wilson has the edge at 14.2 PPG compared to Jake Browning's 11.3 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 Jake Browning and Russell Wilson average in 2025?▾

Jake Browning averaged 11.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Russell Wilson averaged 14.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Jake Browning and Russell Wilson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jake Browning (TB) has a bye in Week 11, and Russell Wilson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jake Browning or Russell Wilson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Russell Wilson outscored Jake Browning by 2.9 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.