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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs C.J. Stroud

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. C.J. Stroud at 14.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brock Purdy higher, but do not fade C.J. Stroud entirely.

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

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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

QBHouston Texans#23

C.J. Stroud

PPG

14.9

Games

Pass Yds

3,041

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

209

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

C.J. Stroud

Head to Head

19.7 PPG14.9 PPG

9 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). C.J. Stroud: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and C.J. Stroud at 68%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs C.J. Stroud: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Brock Purdy and C.J. Stroud is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback put up 19.7 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans averaged 14.9 in 14. A 4.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.8 points favors Brock Purdy, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while C.J. Stroud posted 3041 yards and 19 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 C.J. Stroud is off Week 6. 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

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. C.J. Stroud is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. C.J. Stroud (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?

•Brock Purdy outscored C.J. Stroud by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•C.J. Stroud played 14 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means C.J. Stroud 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▾

StatPurdyStroud

PPG (Half-PPR)19.714.9

Games Played914

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)177209

Passing Yards2,1673,041

Passing TDs2019

Pass Yds/Game240.8217.2

Rushing Yards147209

Rushing TDs31

Total TDs2320

TDs/Game2.61.4

Age2624

Experience3 yrs2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 6

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 14.9 for C.J. Stroud in 2025. The baseline favors Brock Purdy, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to C.J. Stroud's 14.9 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 Brock Purdy and C.J. Stroud average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. C.J. Stroud averaged 14.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and C.J. Stroud's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and C.J. Stroud (HOU) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or C.J. Stroud a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored C.J. Stroud by 4.8 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.