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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameis Winston vs Mac JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mac Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mac Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Mac Jones and Jameis Winston are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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

QBSan Francisco 49ers#33PPG LEADER

Mac Jones

PPG

11.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,151

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jameis Winston

Mac Jones

Head to Head

10.9 PPG11.8 PPG

10 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jameis Winston is producing at 50% of elite pace and Mac Jones at 54%. That ranking gap means Mac Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameis Winston vs Mac Jones: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jameis Winston and Mac Jones is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG with the Cleveland Browns across 10 games, and Mac Jones posted 11.8 with the San Francisco 49ers in 11.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jameis Winston threw for 2125 yards and 13 touchdowns, while Mac Jones posted 2151 yards and 13 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Jameis Winston has his bye in Week 10, and Mac Jones rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Mac Jones (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Mac Jones outscored Jameis Winston by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mac Jones played 11 games in 2025 compared to Jameis Winston's 10. That durability gap means Mac Jones 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameis Winston vs Mac Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameis Winston	Mac Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.9	11.8
Games Played	10	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	109	130
Passing Yards	2,125	2,151
Passing TDs	13	13
Pass Yds/Game	212.5	195.5
Rushing Yards	45	60
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	14	13
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	-	27
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

11.8 PPG for Mac Jones versus 10.9 for Jameis Winston in 2025. The baseline favors Mac Jones, 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 Mac Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mac Jones has the edge at 11.8 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 Mac Jones average in 2025?▾

Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Mac Jones averaged 11.8 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Jameis Winston and Mac Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jameis Winston (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Mac Jones (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jameis Winston or Mac Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Mac Jones outscored Jameis Winston by 0.9 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.