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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Anthony Richardson vs Caleb Williams

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Anthony Richardson and Caleb Williams are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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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QBIndianapolis Colts#99PPG LEADER

Anthony Richardson

PPG

19.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,718

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

580

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBChicago Bears#8

Caleb Williams

PPG

18.7

Games

Pass Yds

3,942

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Anthony Richardson

Caleb Williams

Head to Head

19.5 PPG18.7 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Anthony Richardson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Caleb Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #8 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Anthony Richardson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Caleb Williams at 85%. That ranking gap means Caleb Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Anthony Richardson vs Caleb Williams: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Anthony Richardson finished the 2025 season at 19.5 PPG over 13 games with the Indianapolis Colts, while Caleb Williams clocked in at 18.7 across 17 appearances for the Chicago Bears. A 0.8-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Anthony Richardson offers meaningful rushing upside with 580 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Caleb Williams (3942 passing yards, 27 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Anthony Richardson is off Week 14 and Caleb Williams Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Anthony Richardson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Caleb Williams (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Anthony Richardson outscored Caleb Williams by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Caleb Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Anthony Richardson's 13. That durability gap means Caleb Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Caleb Williams scored 31 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Anthony Richardson added 580 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRichardsonWilliams

PPG (Half-PPR)19.518.7

Games Played1317

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)254318

Passing Yards2,7183,942

Passing TDs1827

Pass Yds/Game209.1231.9

Rushing Yards580383

Rushing TDs73

Total TDs2531

TDs/Game1.91.8

Age-24

Experience-1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Anthony Richardson at 19.5 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Caleb Williams's 18.7. 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 Anthony Richardson or Caleb Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Anthony Richardson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Caleb Williams's 18.7 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 Anthony Richardson and Caleb Williams average in 2025?▾

Anthony Richardson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Caleb Williams averaged 18.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Anthony Richardson and Caleb Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson (IND) has a bye in Week 14, and Caleb Williams (CHI) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Anthony Richardson or Caleb Williams a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson outscored Caleb Williams 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.