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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaxson Dart vs Michael Penix Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaxson Dart is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.3 PPG to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 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. Michael Penix Jr. at 13.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jaxson Dart higher, but do not fade Michael Penix Jr. entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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#29

Michael Penix Jr.

PPG

13.4

Games

Pass Yds

1,982

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jaxson Dart

Michael Penix Jr.

Head to Head

17.3 PPG13.4 PPG

14 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jaxson Dart: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #14 at the position). Michael Penix Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jaxson Dart is producing at 79% of elite pace and Michael Penix Jr. at 61%. That ranking gap means Jaxson Dart carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jaxson Dart vs Michael Penix Jr.: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jaxson Dart and Michael Penix Jr. for your lineup, you are not alone. Jaxson Dart finished the 2025 season at 17.3 PPG for the New York Giants (14 games), and Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 for the Atlanta Falcons (9 games).

That 3.9-point weekly advantage for Jaxson Dart is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Jaxson Dart offers meaningful rushing upside with 487 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Michael Penix Jr. (1982 passing yards, 9 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jaxson Dart sits Week 8 while Michael Penix Jr. is off Week 11. 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

Jaxson Dart is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Michael Penix Jr. is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. 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. Michael Penix Jr. (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Jaxson Dart outscored Michael Penix Jr. by a projected 66 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaxson Dart played 14 games in 2025 compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 9. That durability gap means Jaxson Dart 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 Michael Penix Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaxson Dart	Michael Penix Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.3	13.4
Games Played	14	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	242	121
Passing Yards	2,272	1,982
Passing TDs	15	9
Pass Yds/Game	162.3	220.2
Rushing Yards	487	70
Rushing TDs	9	1
Total TDs	24	10
TDs/Game	1.7	1.1
Age	23	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaxson Dart at 17.3 PPG, 3.9 points per game above Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jaxson Dart or Michael Penix Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaxson Dart has the edge at 17.3 PPG compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 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 Michael Penix Jr. average in 2025?▾

Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 3.9 points per game.

When are Jaxson Dart and Michael Penix Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaxson Dart (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Michael Penix Jr. (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaxson Dart or Michael Penix Jr. a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jaxson Dart outscored Michael Penix Jr. by 3.9 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.