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Updated from live statsJared Goff or Kirk CousinsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Jared Goff is a Detroit Lions quarterback who averaged 23.0 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Kirk Cousins is a Las Vegas Raiders quarterback who averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Jared Goff | Kirk Cousins |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 23.0 | 18.5 |
| Games Played | 5 | 6 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 115 | 111 |
| Passing Yards | 1,485 | 1,582 |
| Passing TDs | 12 | 14 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 297.0 | 263.7 |
| Rushing Yards | 16 | -2 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Total TDs | 13 | 14 |
| TDs/Game | 2.6 | 2.3 |
| Age | 32 | 38 |
| Experience | 10 yrs | 14 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Jared Goff or Kirk Cousins in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jared Goff averaged 23.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Kirk Cousins averaged 18.5.
Should I draft Jared Goff or Kirk Cousins in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Jared Goff averaged 23.0 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Kirk Cousins averaged 18.5 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins average in 2026?▾
Jared Goff averaged 23.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Kirk Cousins averaged 18.5 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 4.5 points per game.
When are Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Jared Goff (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Kirk Cousins (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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