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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Mac Jones vs Spencer RattlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mac Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mac Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Mac Jones edges Spencer Rattler by 0.8 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, Mac Jones 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#33PPG LEADER

Mac Jones

PPG

11.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,151

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBNew Orleans Saints#38

Spencer Rattler

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

1,586

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

167

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Mac Jones

Spencer Rattler

Head to Head

11.8 PPG11.0 PPG

11 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Mac Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #33 at the position). Spencer Rattler: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Mac Jones is producing at 54% of elite pace and Spencer Rattler at 50%. That ranking gap means Mac Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Mac Jones vs Spencer Rattler: The Full Breakdown

Mac Jones (11.8 PPG) and Spencer Rattler (11.0 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Mac Jones played 11 games for the San Francisco 49ers; Spencer Rattler suited up 9 times for the New Orleans Saints.

A 0.8-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Mac Jones threw for 2151 yards and 13 touchdowns, while Spencer Rattler posted 1586 yards and 8 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 8 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Spencer Rattler (age 25) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Mac Jones outscored Spencer Rattler by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mac Jones played 11 games in 2025 compared to Spencer Rattler's 9. 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.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mac Jones vs Spencer Rattler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mac Jones	Spencer Rattler
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	11.0
Games Played	11	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	130	99
Passing Yards	2,151	1,586
Passing TDs	13	8
Pass Yds/Game	195.5	176.2
Rushing Yards	60	167
Rushing TDs	0	0
Total TDs	13	8
TDs/Game	1.2	0.9
Age	27	25
Experience	4 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Mac Jones holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.8 points per game. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mac Jones or Spencer Rattler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mac Jones has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 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 Spencer Rattler average in 2025?▾

Mac Jones averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

Do Mac Jones and Spencer Rattler share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Mac Jones and Spencer Rattler share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Mac Jones or Spencer Rattler a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Mac Jones outscored Spencer Rattler by 0.8 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.