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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Lamar Jackson vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.5 PPG to Will Levis's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Lamar Jackson is the better fantasy play this season.

Lamar Jackson is the better play on a neutral week. 16.5 PPG with 2,898 yards gives a reliable baseline. Will Levis at 13.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Lamar Jackson higher, but do not fade Will Levis entirely.

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

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QBBaltimore Ravens#16PPG LEADER

Lamar Jackson

PPG

16.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,549

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

349

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

QBTennessee Titans#99

Will Levis

PPG

13.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,780

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

245

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Lamar Jackson

Will Levis

Head to Head

16.5 PPG13.2 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Lamar Jackson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #16 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Lamar Jackson is producing at 75% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Lamar Jackson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Lamar Jackson vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Lamar Jackson and Will Levis for your lineup, you are not alone. Lamar Jackson finished the 2025 season at 16.5 PPG for the Baltimore Ravens (13 games), and Will Levis averaged 13.2 for the Tennessee Titans (14 games).

That 3.3-point weekly advantage for Lamar Jackson 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. Lamar Jackson threw for 2549 yards and 21 touchdowns, while Will Levis posted 2780 yards and 17 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Lamar Jackson is off Week 13 and Will Levis Week 5. 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

Lamar Jackson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Will Levis is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Lamar Jackson (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Will Levis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Lamar Jackson outscored Will Levis by a projected 56 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Will Levis played 14 games in 2025 compared to Lamar Jackson's 13. That durability gap means Will Levis contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Lamar Jackson scored 23 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Lamar Jackson added 349 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Lamar Jackson vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Lamar Jackson	Will Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.5	13.2
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	215	185
Passing Yards	2,549	2,780
Passing TDs	21	17
Pass Yds/Game	196.1	198.6
Rushing Yards	349	245
Rushing TDs	2	3
Total TDs	23	20
TDs/Game	1.8	1.4
Age	29	-
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Lamar Jackson at 16.5 PPG, 3.3 points per game above Will Levis's 13.2. 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 Lamar Jackson or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Lamar Jackson has the edge at 16.5 PPG compared to Will Levis's 13.2 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 Lamar Jackson and Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.

When are Lamar Jackson and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Lamar Jackson (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Lamar Jackson or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Lamar Jackson outscored Will Levis by 3.3 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.