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Mac Jones vs Malik WillisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Malik Willis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Mac Jones's 11.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Malik Willis is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Malik Willis edges Mac Jones by 1.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Malik Willis goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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QBSan Francisco 49ers#33
Mac Jones
PPG
11.8
Games
11
Pass Yds
2,151
Pass TDs
13
Bye
Week 8
QBGreen Bay Packers#30PPG LEADER
Malik Willis
PPG
12.8
Games
4
Pass Yds
422
Pass TDs
3
Rush Yds
123
Rush TDs
2
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Mac Jones
Malik Willis

Head to Head

11.8 PPG12.8 PPG
11 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Malik Willis: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Mac Jones is producing at 54% of elite pace and Malik Willis at 58%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Mac Jones vs Malik Willis: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Mac Jones and Malik Willis is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.0 PPG in 2025, this is one of those quarterback decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Mac Jones averaged 11.8 PPG with the San Francisco 49ers across 11 games, and Malik Willis posted 12.8 with the Green Bay Packers in 4.

When two quarterbacks are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Mac Jones threw for 2151 yards and 13 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.

Mac Jones has his bye in Week 8, and Malik Willis rests in Week 11. 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

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: Mac Jones (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Malik Willis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

  • Malik Willis outscored Mac Jones by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Mac Jones played 11 games in 2025 compared to Malik Willis's 4. 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

Mac Jones vs Malik Willis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMac JonesMalik Willis
PPG (Half-PPR)11.812.8
Games Played114
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)13051
Passing Yards2,151422
Passing TDs133
Pass Yds/Game195.5105.5
Rushing Yards60123
Rushing TDs02
Total TDs135
TDs/Game1.21.3
Age2727
Experience4 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 11

Summary

Malik Willis outscored Mac Jones by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (12.8 to 11.8). 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 Mac Jones or Malik Willis in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Malik Willis has the edge at 12.8 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 Mac Jones and Malik Willis average in 2025?

Mac Jones averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Malik Willis averaged 12.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Mac Jones and Malik Willis's bye weeks in 2026?

Mac Jones (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Malik Willis (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mac Jones or Malik Willis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Malik Willis outscored Mac Jones by 1.0 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.

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