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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Rodgers vs Brock Purdy

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

Brock Purdy is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.7 PPG and 2,314 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Aaron Rodgers (14.2 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Brock Purdy as the starter and Aaron Rodgers as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBPittsburgh Steelers#25

Aaron Rodgers

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,322

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

QBSan Francisco 49ers#6PPG LEADER

Brock Purdy

PPG

19.7

Games

Pass Yds

2,167

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

147

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Aaron Rodgers

Brock Purdy

Head to Head

14.2 PPG19.7 PPG

16 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Rodgers: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #25 at the position). Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aaron Rodgers is producing at 65% of elite pace and Brock Purdy at 90%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers vs Brock Purdy: Who Should You Start?

Two quarterbacks who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Aaron Rodgers (Pittsburgh Steelers) finished the 2025 season averaging 14.2 fantasy points per game in 16 games. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers) came in at 19.7 PPG over 9 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Brock Purdy carries a 5.5-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Aaron Rodgers threw for 3322 yards and 24 touchdowns, while Brock Purdy posted 2167 yards and 20 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: Aaron Rodgers sits Week 5 while Brock Purdy is off Week 14. 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

If you can acquire Brock Purdy at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Aaron Rodgers is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Rodgers (age 42) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Aaron Rodgers by a projected 94 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Rodgers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Aaron Rodgers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Aaron Rodgers scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Brock Purdy is 16 years younger than Aaron Rodgers (26 vs 42), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRodgersPurdy

PPG (Half-PPR)14.219.7

Games Played169

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)227177

Passing Yards3,3222,167

Passing TDs2420

Pass Yds/Game207.6240.8

Rushing Yards61147

Rushing TDs13

Total TDs2523

TDs/Game1.62.6

Age4226

Experience20 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 5Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brock Purdy holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.7 points per game. Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 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 Aaron Rodgers or Brock Purdy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Aaron Rodgers's 14.2 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 Aaron Rodgers and Brock Purdy average in 2025?▾

Aaron Rodgers averaged 14.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

When are Aaron Rodgers and Brock Purdy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Rodgers (PIT) has a bye in Week 5, and Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Rodgers or Brock Purdy a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Aaron Rodgers by 5.5 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.