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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Justin Fields vs Kyler MurrayWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Justin Fields is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.9 PPG to Kyler Murray's 15.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Justin Fields is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Justin Fields and Kyler Murray are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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QBNew York Jets#20PPG LEADER

Justin Fields

PPG

15.9

Games

Pass Yds

1,259

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

QBArizona Cardinals#22

Kyler Murray

PPG

15.6

Games

Pass Yds

962

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

173

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Justin Fields

Kyler Murray

Head to Head

15.9 PPG15.6 PPG

9 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Justin Fields: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #20 at the position). Kyler Murray: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Justin Fields is producing at 72% of elite pace and Kyler Murray at 71%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Justin Fields vs Kyler Murray: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Justin Fields finished the 2025 season at 15.9 PPG over 9 games with the New York Jets, while Kyler Murray clocked in at 15.6 across 5 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 0.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Justin Fields threw for 1259 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Kyler Murray posted 962 yards and 6 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Justin Fields is off Week 13 and Kyler Murray Week 14. 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: Justin Fields (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Kyler Murray (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Justin Fields outscored Kyler Murray by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Justin Fields played 9 games in 2025 compared to Kyler Murray's 5. That durability gap means Justin Fields contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Justin Fields scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Justin Fields added 383 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Justin Fields vs Kyler Murray: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Justin Fields	Kyler Murray
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.9	15.6
Games Played	9	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	143	78
Passing Yards	1,259	962
Passing TDs	7	6
Pass Yds/Game	139.9	192.4
Rushing Yards	383	173
Rushing TDs	4	1
Total TDs	11	7
TDs/Game	1.2	1.4
Age	27	28
Experience	4 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Justin Fields at 15.9 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Kyler Murray's 15.6. 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 Justin Fields or Kyler Murray in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Justin Fields has the edge at 15.9 PPG compared to Kyler Murray's 15.6 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 Justin Fields and Kyler Murray average in 2025?▾

Justin Fields averaged 15.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Justin Fields and Kyler Murray's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Justin Fields (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13, and Kyler Murray (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Justin Fields or Kyler Murray a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Justin Fields outscored Kyler Murray by 0.3 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.