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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Joe Flacco vs Tyler ShoughWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Shough is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Shough is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Shough has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.1-PPG advantage is real (14.4 to 11.3), and Tyler Shough's 13 touchdowns show scoring upside. Joe Flacco is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBCincinnati Bengals#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBNew Orleans Saints#24PPG LEADER

Tyler Shough

PPG

14.4

Games

Pass Yds

2,384

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

186

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Joe Flacco

Tyler Shough

Head to Head

11.3 PPG14.4 PPG

13 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Tyler Shough: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Joe Flacco is producing at 51% of elite pace and Tyler Shough at 65%. That ranking gap means Tyler Shough carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Joe Flacco vs Tyler Shough: The Full Breakdown

Joe Flacco and Tyler Shough are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG across 13 games with the Cincinnati Bengals, while Tyler Shough posted 14.4 PPG in 11 appearances for the New Orleans Saints.

A 3.1-PPG gap gives Tyler Shough the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Joe Flacco threw for 2479 yards and 15 touchdowns, while Tyler Shough posted 2384 yards and 10 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Joe Flacco sits Week 6 while Tyler Shough is off Week 8. 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

If you can acquire Tyler Shough 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: Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Tyler Shough (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Shough outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Shough's 11. That durability gap means Joe Flacco contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Flacco scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Tyler Shough is 15 years younger than Joe Flacco (26 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Joe Flacco vs Tyler Shough: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Joe Flacco	Tyler Shough
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.3	14.4
Games Played	13	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	158
Passing Yards	2,479	2,384
Passing TDs	15	10
Pass Yds/Game	190.7	216.7
Rushing Yards	35	186
Rushing TDs	1	3
Total TDs	16	13
TDs/Game	1.2	1.2
Age	41	26
Experience	17 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

Tyler Shough outscored Joe Flacco by 3.1 PPG in 2025 (14.4 to 11.3). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Joe Flacco or Tyler Shough in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Shough has the edge at 14.4 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 Flacco and Tyler Shough average in 2025?▾

Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyler Shough averaged 14.4 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Joe Flacco and Tyler Shough's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyler Shough (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Joe Flacco or Tyler Shough a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Tyler Shough outscored Joe Flacco by 3.1 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.