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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyler Murray vs Mac JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.6 PPG to Mac Jones's 11.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyler Murray is the better play on a neutral week. 15.6 PPG with 1,135 yards gives a reliable baseline. Mac Jones at 11.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyler Murray higher, but do not fade Mac Jones entirely.

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

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QBArizona Cardinals#22PPG LEADER

Kyler Murray

PPG

15.6

Games

Pass Yds

962

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

173

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBSan Francisco 49ers#33

Mac Jones

PPG

11.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,151

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kyler Murray

Mac Jones

Head to Head

15.6 PPG11.8 PPG

5 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kyler Murray: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #22 at the position). Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Kyler Murray is producing at 71% of elite pace and Mac Jones at 54%. That ranking gap means Kyler Murray carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyler Murray vs Mac Jones: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Kyler Murray and Mac Jones is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals quarterback put up 15.6 PPG in 2025 over 5 games; Mac Jones of the San Francisco 49ers averaged 11.8 in 11. A 3.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.8 points favors Kyler Murray, 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.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Kyler Murray threw for 962 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Mac Jones posted 2151 yards and 13 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Kyler Murray has his bye in Week 14, and Mac Jones rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyler Murray is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Mac Jones is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kyler Murray (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Mac Jones (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Kyler Murray outscored Mac Jones by a projected 65 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mac Jones played 11 games in 2025 compared to Kyler Murray's 5. That durability gap means Mac Jones contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mac Jones scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyler Murray vs Mac Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyler Murray	Mac Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.6	11.8
Games Played	5	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	78	130
Passing Yards	962	2,151
Passing TDs	6	13
Pass Yds/Game	192.4	195.5
Rushing Yards	173	60
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	7	13
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	28	27
Experience	6 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

15.6 PPG for Kyler Murray versus 11.8 for Mac Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Kyler Murray, 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 Kyler Murray or Mac Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyler Murray has the edge at 15.6 PPG compared to Mac Jones's 11.8 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 Kyler Murray and Mac Jones average in 2025?▾

Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Mac Jones averaged 11.8 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are Kyler Murray and Mac Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyler Murray (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Mac Jones (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyler Murray or Mac Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Kyler Murray outscored Mac Jones by 3.8 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.