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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Shedeur Sanders vs Spencer RattlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Spencer Rattler is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Spencer Rattler is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Spencer Rattler edges Shedeur Sanders by 0.4 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, Spencer Rattler 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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QBCleveland Browns#40

Shedeur Sanders

PPG

10.6

Games

Pass Yds

1,400

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

169

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

QBNew Orleans Saints#38PPG LEADER

Spencer Rattler

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

1,586

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

167

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Shedeur Sanders

Spencer Rattler

Head to Head

10.6 PPG11.0 PPG

8 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Shedeur Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #40 at the position). Spencer Rattler: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Shedeur Sanders is producing at 48% of elite pace and Spencer Rattler at 50%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Shedeur Sanders vs Spencer Rattler: The Full Breakdown

Shedeur Sanders (10.6 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. Shedeur Sanders played 8 games for the Cleveland Browns; Spencer Rattler suited up 9 times for the New Orleans Saints.

A 0.4-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. Shedeur Sanders threw for 1400 yards and 7 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Shedeur Sanders sits Week 11 while Spencer Rattler is off Week 8. 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: Shedeur Sanders (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. 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?

•Spencer Rattler outscored Shedeur Sanders by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Spencer Rattler played 9 games in 2025 compared to Shedeur Sanders's 8. That durability gap means Spencer Rattler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Shedeur Sanders scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Shedeur Sanders vs Spencer Rattler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Shedeur Sanders	Spencer Rattler
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.6	11.0
Games Played	8	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	99
Passing Yards	1,400	1,586
Passing TDs	7	8
Pass Yds/Game	175.0	176.2
Rushing Yards	169	167
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	8	8
TDs/Game	1.0	0.9
Age	24	25
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

Spencer Rattler outscored Shedeur Sanders by 0.4 PPG in 2025 (11.0 to 10.6). 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 Shedeur Sanders or Spencer Rattler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Spencer Rattler has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 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 Shedeur Sanders and Spencer Rattler average in 2025?▾

Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Shedeur Sanders and Spencer Rattler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Shedeur Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Spencer Rattler (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Shedeur Sanders or Spencer Rattler a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Spencer Rattler outscored Shedeur Sanders by 0.4 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.