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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix vs Matthew Stafford

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Matthew Stafford is the better fantasy play this season.

Matthew Stafford is the better play on a neutral week. 20.6 PPG with 4,708 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 Matthew Stafford higher, but do not fade Bo Nix entirely.

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

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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

QBLos Angeles Rams#3PPG LEADER

Matthew Stafford

PPG

20.6

Games

Pass Yds

4,707

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Bo Nix

Matthew Stafford

Head to Head

17.9 PPG20.6 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Matthew Stafford: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #3 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Matthew Stafford at 94%. That ranking gap means Matthew Stafford carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Matthew Stafford: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between Bo Nix and Matthew Stafford for your lineup, you are not alone. Bo Nix finished the 2025 season at 17.9 PPG for the Denver Broncos (17 games), and Matthew Stafford averaged 20.6 for the Los Angeles Rams (17 games).

That 2.7-point weekly advantage for Matthew Stafford 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 Matthew Stafford posted 4707 yards and 46 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 Matthew Stafford Week 8. 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. Matthew Stafford (age 38) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Matthew Stafford outscored Bo Nix by a projected 46 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Matthew Stafford scored 46 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.7 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.
•Bo Nix is 12 years younger than Matthew Stafford (26 vs 38), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatNixStafford

PPG (Half-PPR)17.920.6

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)304350

Passing Yards3,9314,707

Passing TDs2546

Pass Yds/Game231.2276.9

Rushing Yards3561

Rushing TDs50

Total TDs3046

TDs/Game1.82.7

Age2638

Experience1 yrs16 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Matthew Stafford at 20.6 PPG, 2.7 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 Matthew Stafford in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Matthew Stafford has the edge at 20.6 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 Matthew Stafford average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Matthew Stafford averaged 20.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Matthew Stafford's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bo Nix (DEN) has a bye in Week 12, and Matthew Stafford (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bo Nix or Matthew Stafford a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Matthew Stafford outscored Bo Nix by 2.7 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.