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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameis Winston vs Joe FlaccoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Flacco is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.3 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Flacco is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Joe Flacco and Jameis Winston are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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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QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBCincinnati Bengals#37PPG LEADER

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jameis Winston

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

10.9 PPG11.3 PPG

10 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jameis Winston is producing at 50% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Joe Flacco carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameis Winston vs Joe Flacco: The Full Breakdown

Jameis Winston (10.9 PPG) and Joe Flacco (11.3 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. Jameis Winston played 10 games for the Cleveland Browns; Joe Flacco suited up 13 times for the Cincinnati Bengals.

A 0.4-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. Jameis Winston threw for 2125 yards and 13 touchdowns, while Joe Flacco posted 2479 yards and 15 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: Jameis Winston sits Week 10 while Joe Flacco is off Week 6. 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: Jameis Winston (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Joe Flacco outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Jameis Winston's 10. That durability gap means Joe Flacco contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Flacco scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameis Winston vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameis Winston	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.9	11.3
Games Played	10	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	109	147
Passing Yards	2,125	2,479
Passing TDs	13	15
Pass Yds/Game	212.5	190.7
Rushing Yards	45	35
Rushing TDs	1	1
Total TDs	14	16
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	-	41
Experience	-	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Joe Flacco at 11.3 PPG, 0.4 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 Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Flacco has the edge at 11.3 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 Jameis Winston and Joe Flacco average in 2025?▾

Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Jameis Winston and Joe Flacco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jameis Winston (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jameis Winston or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Joe Flacco outscored Jameis Winston by 0.4 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.