Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jared Goff vs Joe FlaccoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jared Goff is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.5 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jared Goff is the better fantasy play this season.

Jared Goff is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 17.5 PPG and 4,609 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Joe Flacco (11.3 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jared Goff as the starter and Joe Flacco as depth.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Jared Goff and Joe Flacco in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

QBDetroit Lions#12PPG LEADER

Jared Goff

PPG

17.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,564

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBCincinnati Bengals#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jared Goff

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

17.5 PPG11.3 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jared Goff: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #12 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jared Goff is producing at 80% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Jared Goff carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jared Goff vs Joe Flacco: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Jared Goff (Detroit Lions) averaged 17.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Joe Flacco (Cincinnati Bengals, 11.3 PPG) by 6.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Jared Goff carries a 6.2-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jared Goff threw for 4564 yards and 34 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.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Jared Goff at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Joe Flacco is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jared Goff (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jared Goff outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 105 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jared Goff played 17 games in 2025 compared to Joe Flacco's 13. That durability gap means Jared Goff contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jared Goff scored 34 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jared Goff is 10 years younger than Joe Flacco (31 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jared Goff vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jared Goff	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.5	11.3
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	298	147
Passing Yards	4,564	2,479
Passing TDs	34	15
Pass Yds/Game	268.5	190.7
Rushing Yards	45	35
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	34	16
TDs/Game	2.0	1.2
Age	31	41
Experience	9 yrs	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jared Goff holds the PPG edge with solid output at 17.5 points per game. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Jared Goff vs Joe Flacco

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Jared Goff vs Joe Flacco

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jared Goff or Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jared Goff has the edge at 17.5 PPG compared to Joe Flacco'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 Jared Goff and Joe Flacco average in 2025?▾

Jared Goff averaged 17.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.2 points per game.

Do Jared Goff and Joe Flacco share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jared Goff and Joe Flacco share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Jared Goff or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jared Goff outscored Joe Flacco by 6.2 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.