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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Joe Burrow vs Joe FlaccoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.8 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Burrow is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Joe Burrow outscored Joe Flacco by 5.5 PPG in 2025 with 17 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Joe Burrow is the clear pick. Joe Flacco profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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QBCincinnati Bengals#15PPG LEADER

Joe Burrow

PPG

16.8

Games

Pass Yds

1,809

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

Joe Burrow

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

16.8 PPG11.3 PPG

8 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Burrow: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #15 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Joe Burrow is producing at 76% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Joe Burrow carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Joe Burrow vs Joe Flacco: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco for your lineup, you are not alone. Joe Burrow finished the 2025 season at 16.8 PPG for the Cincinnati Bengals (8 games), and Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 for the Cincinnati Bengals (13 games).

That 5.5-point weekly advantage for Joe Burrow 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.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Joe Burrow threw for 1809 yards and 17 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.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Joe Burrow is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Joe Flacco is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Joe Burrow (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Joe Burrow outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 94 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Joe Burrow's 8. That durability gap means Joe Flacco contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Burrow scored 17 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Joe Burrow is 12 years younger than Joe Flacco (29 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

Joe Burrow vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Joe Burrow	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.8	11.3
Games Played	8	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	134	147
Passing Yards	1,809	2,479
Passing TDs	17	15
Pass Yds/Game	226.1	190.7
Rushing Yards	41	35
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	17	16
TDs/Game	2.1	1.2
Age	29	41
Experience	5 yrs	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Joe Burrow at 16.8 PPG, 5.5 points per game above Joe Flacco's 11.3. 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 Joe Burrow or Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Burrow has the edge at 16.8 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 Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco average in 2025?▾

Joe Burrow averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

Do Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Joe Burrow 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 Joe Burrow or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Joe Burrow outscored Joe Flacco by 5.5 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.