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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Cam Ward

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. Cam Ward (11.0 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Brock Purdy as the starter and Cam Ward as depth.

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

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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

QBTennessee Titans#39

Cam Ward

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

3,169

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

159

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Cam Ward

Head to Head

19.7 PPG11.0 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Cam Ward: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Cam Ward at 50%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Cam Ward: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Brock Purdy put up 19.7 fantasy points per game for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, while Cam Ward managed 11.0 across 17 games with the Tennessee Titans. A 8.7-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

Brock Purdy carries a 8.7-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. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Cam Ward posted 3169 yards and 15 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: Brock Purdy sits Week 14 while Cam Ward is off Week 10. 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. Cam Ward is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Cam Ward (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Cam Ward by a projected 148 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cam Ward played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Cam Ward contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brock Purdy scored 23 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatPurdyWard

PPG (Half-PPR)19.711.0

Games Played917

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)177187

Passing Yards2,1673,169

Passing TDs2015

Pass Yds/Game240.8186.4

Rushing Yards147159

Rushing TDs32

Total TDs2317

TDs/Game2.61.0

Age2623

Experience3 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brock Purdy holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.7 points per game. Cam Ward averaged 11.0 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 Brock Purdy or Cam Ward in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Cam Ward's 11.0 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 Brock Purdy and Cam Ward average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Cam Ward averaged 11.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.7 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Cam Ward's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Cam Ward (TEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Cam Ward a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Cam Ward by 8.7 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.