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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Russell Wilson vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Russell Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.2 PPG to Will Levis's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Russell Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Russell Wilson and Will Levis are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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QBPittsburgh Steelers#99PPG LEADER

Russell Wilson

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,890

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

155

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

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

Russell Wilson

Will Levis

Head to Head

14.2 PPG13.2 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Russell Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Russell Wilson is producing at 65% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Russell Wilson vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

Russell Wilson (14.2 PPG) and Will Levis (13.2 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. Russell Wilson played 14 games for the Pittsburgh Steelers; Will Levis suited up 14 times for the Tennessee Titans.

A 1.0-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. Russell Wilson threw for 2890 yards and 18 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Russell Wilson sits Week 9 while Will Levis is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Russell Wilson (age 27) 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?

•Russell Wilson outscored Will Levis by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Russell Wilson scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Russell Wilson vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Russell Wilson	Will Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.2	13.2
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	199	185
Passing Yards	2,890	2,780
Passing TDs	18	17
Pass Yds/Game	206.4	198.6
Rushing Yards	155	245
Rushing TDs	2	3
Total TDs	20	20
TDs/Game	1.4	1.4
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Russell Wilson at 14.2 PPG, 1.0 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 Russell Wilson or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Russell Wilson has the edge at 14.2 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 Russell Wilson and Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Russell Wilson averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Russell Wilson and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Russell Wilson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Russell Wilson or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Russell Wilson outscored Will Levis 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.