Kyler Murray vs Malik Willis: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between Kyler Murray and Malik Willis for your lineup, you are not alone. Kyler Murray finished the 2025 season at 16.2 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (5 games), and Malik Willis averaged 12.8 for the Miami Dolphins (4 games).
That 3.4-point weekly advantage for Kyler Murray 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. Kyler Murray threw for 962 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Malik Willis posted 422 yards and 3 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.
