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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix 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 the better play on a neutral week. 19.7 PPG with 2,314 yards gives a reliable baseline. Bo Nix at 17.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brock Purdy higher, but do not fade Bo Nix entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBDenver Broncos#11

Bo Nix

PPG

17.9

Games

Pass Yds

3,931

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

356

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 12

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

Bo Nix

Brock Purdy

Head to Head

17.9 PPG19.7 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% 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.

Bo Nix vs Brock Purdy: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between Bo Nix and Brock Purdy for your lineup, you are not alone. Bo Nix finished the 2025 season at 17.9 PPG for the Denver Broncos (17 games), and Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 for the San Francisco 49ers (9 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Brock Purdy is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Bo Nix threw for 3931 yards and 25 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.

One scheduling note: Bo Nix is off Week 12 and Brock Purdy Week 14. 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: Bo Nix (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. 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 Bo Nix by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Bo Nix contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bo Nix scored 30 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Bo Nix added 356 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatNixPurdy

PPG (Half-PPR)17.919.7

Games Played179

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)304177

Passing Yards3,9312,167

Passing TDs2520

Pass Yds/Game231.2240.8

Rushing Yards356147

Rushing TDs53

Total TDs3023

TDs/Game1.82.6

Age2626

Experience1 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brock Purdy at 19.7 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Bo Nix's 17.9. 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 Bo Nix or Brock Purdy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Bo Nix's 17.9 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 Bo Nix and Brock Purdy average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Brock Purdy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bo Nix (DEN) has a bye in Week 12, and Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bo Nix or Brock Purdy a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Bo Nix by 1.8 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.