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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameis Winston vs Justin FieldsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Justin Fields is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.9 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Justin Fields is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Justin Fields outscored Jameis Winston by 5.0 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Justin Fields is the clear pick. Jameis Winston profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBNew York Jets#20PPG LEADER

Justin Fields

PPG

15.9

Games

Pass Yds

1,259

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Jameis Winston

Justin Fields

Head to Head

10.9 PPG15.9 PPG

10 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Justin Fields: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jameis Winston is producing at 50% of elite pace and Justin Fields at 72%. That ranking gap means Justin Fields carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameis Winston vs Justin Fields: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jameis Winston and Justin Fields is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns quarterback put up 10.9 PPG in 2025 over 10 games; Justin Fields of the New York Jets averaged 15.9 in 9. A 5.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.0 points favors Justin Fields, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jameis Winston threw for 2125 yards and 13 touchdowns, while Justin Fields posted 1259 yards and 7 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 Justin Fields 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

Justin Fields is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jameis Winston is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jameis Winston (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Justin Fields (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Justin Fields outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 85 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameis Winston played 10 games in 2025 compared to Justin Fields's 9. That durability gap means Jameis Winston contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jameis Winston scored 14 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Justin Fields added 383 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameis Winston vs Justin Fields: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameis Winston	Justin Fields
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.9	15.9
Games Played	10	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	109	143
Passing Yards	2,125	1,259
Passing TDs	13	7
Pass Yds/Game	212.5	139.9
Rushing Yards	45	383
Rushing TDs	1	4
Total TDs	14	11
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	-	27
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

15.9 PPG for Justin Fields versus 10.9 for Jameis Winston in 2025. The baseline favors Justin Fields, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jameis Winston or Justin Fields in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Justin Fields has the edge at 15.9 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 Justin Fields average in 2025?▾

Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Justin Fields averaged 15.9 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 5.0 points per game.

When are Jameis Winston and Justin Fields's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jameis Winston (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Justin Fields (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jameis Winston or Justin Fields a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Justin Fields outscored Jameis Winston by 5.0 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.