Anthony Richardson vs Drake Maye: 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 Drake Maye clocked in at 20.7 across 17 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 1.2-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.
Both are dual-threat quarterbacks. Anthony Richardson added 580 rushing yards and Drake Maye chipped in 450, which gives them a higher weekly floor than traditional pocket passers when defenses take away the deep ball. That rushing production is the biggest reason their ceilings look different from drop-back QBs, and it is the stat that typically separates them on tough passing matchups.
Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.
