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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Spencer Rattler vs Tyler ShoughWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Shough is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Shough is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Shough has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.4-PPG advantage is real (14.4 to 11.0), and Tyler Shough's 13 touchdowns show scoring upside. Spencer Rattler is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBNew Orleans Saints#38

Spencer Rattler

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

1,586

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

167

Bye

Week 8

QBNew Orleans Saints#24PPG LEADER

Tyler Shough

PPG

14.4

Games

Pass Yds

2,384

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

186

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Spencer Rattler

Tyler Shough

Head to Head

11.0 PPG14.4 PPG

9 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Spencer Rattler: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #38 at the position). Tyler Shough: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Spencer Rattler is producing at 50% of elite pace and Tyler Shough at 65%. That ranking gap means Tyler Shough carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Spencer Rattler vs Tyler Shough: The Full Breakdown

Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG across 9 games with the New Orleans Saints, while Tyler Shough posted 14.4 PPG in 11 appearances for the New Orleans Saints.

A 3.4-PPG gap gives Tyler Shough the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Spencer Rattler threw for 1586 yards and 8 touchdowns, while Tyler Shough posted 2384 yards and 10 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

If you can acquire Tyler Shough at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Spencer Rattler is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Spencer Rattler (age 25) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Tyler Shough (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Shough outscored Spencer Rattler by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Shough played 11 games in 2025 compared to Spencer Rattler's 9. That durability gap means Tyler Shough contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Shough 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

Spencer Rattler vs Tyler Shough: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Spencer Rattler	Tyler Shough
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	14.4
Games Played	9	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	99	158
Passing Yards	1,586	2,384
Passing TDs	8	10
Pass Yds/Game	176.2	216.7
Rushing Yards	167	186
Rushing TDs	0	3
Total TDs	8	13
TDs/Game	0.9	1.2
Age	25	26
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Tyler Shough outscored Spencer Rattler by 3.4 PPG in 2025 (14.4 to 11.0). 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 Spencer Rattler or Tyler Shough in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Shough has the edge at 14.4 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 Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough average in 2025?▾

Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Shough averaged 14.4 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

Do Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough share a bye week?▾

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

Is Spencer Rattler or Tyler Shough a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Tyler Shough outscored Spencer Rattler by 3.4 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.