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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaxson Dart vs Kirk CousinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaxson Dart is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.3 PPG to Kirk Cousins's 15.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaxson Dart is the better fantasy play this season.

Jaxson Dart is the better play on a neutral week. 17.3 PPG with 2,759 yards gives a reliable baseline. Kirk Cousins at 15.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jaxson Dart higher, but do not fade Kirk Cousins entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBNew York Giants#14PPG LEADER

Jaxson Dart

PPG

17.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,272

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

487

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBAtlanta Falcons#99

Kirk Cousins

PPG

15.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,588

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Jaxson Dart

Kirk Cousins

Head to Head

17.3 PPG15.4 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Jaxson Dart: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #14 at the position). Kirk Cousins: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jaxson Dart is producing at 79% of elite pace and Kirk Cousins at 70%. That ranking gap means Jaxson Dart carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jaxson Dart vs Kirk Cousins: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jaxson Dart and Kirk Cousins is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Giants quarterback put up 17.3 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Kirk Cousins of the Atlanta Falcons averaged 15.4 in 16. A 1.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.9 points favors Jaxson Dart, 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.

Jaxson Dart offers meaningful rushing upside with 487 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Kirk Cousins (3588 passing yards, 23 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Jaxson Dart is off Week 8 and Kirk Cousins Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Jaxson Dart (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Kirk Cousins (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Jaxson Dart outscored Kirk Cousins by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kirk Cousins played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jaxson Dart's 14. That durability gap means Kirk Cousins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaxson Dart scored 24 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jaxson Dart added 487 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaxson Dart vs Kirk Cousins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaxson Dart	Kirk Cousins
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.3	15.4
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	242	246
Passing Yards	2,272	3,588
Passing TDs	15	23
Pass Yds/Game	162.3	224.3
Rushing Yards	487	78
Rushing TDs	9	0
Total TDs	24	23
TDs/Game	1.7	1.4
Age	23	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

17.3 PPG for Jaxson Dart versus 15.4 for Kirk Cousins in 2025. The baseline favors Jaxson Dart, 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 Jaxson Dart or Kirk Cousins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaxson Dart has the edge at 17.3 PPG compared to Kirk Cousins's 15.4 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 Jaxson Dart and Kirk Cousins average in 2025?▾

Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Kirk Cousins averaged 15.4 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Jaxson Dart and Kirk Cousins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaxson Dart (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Kirk Cousins (ATL) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaxson Dart or Kirk Cousins a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jaxson Dart outscored Kirk Cousins by 1.9 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.