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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Dak Prescott

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Brock Purdy and Dak Prescott are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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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

QBDallas Cowboys#9

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Dak Prescott

Head to Head

19.7 PPG18.5 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Dak Prescott at 84%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Brock Purdy vs Dak Prescott: Who Should You Start?

Brock Purdy (19.7 PPG) and Dak Prescott (18.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Brock Purdy played 9 games for the San Francisco 49ers; Dak Prescott suited up 17 times for the Dallas Cowboys.

A 1.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Dak Prescott posted 4552 yards and 30 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 Dak Prescott 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

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: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Dak Prescott by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Brock Purdy is 6 years younger than Dak Prescott (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatPurdyPrescott

PPG (Half-PPR)19.718.5

Games Played917

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)177315

Passing Yards2,1674,552

Passing TDs2030

Pass Yds/Game240.8267.8

Rushing Yards147177

Rushing TDs32

Total TDs2332

TDs/Game2.61.9

Age2632

Experience3 yrs9 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 10

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 18.5 for Dak Prescott 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 Dak Prescott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Dak Prescott's 18.5 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 Dak Prescott average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Dak Prescott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brock Purdy or Dak Prescott a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Dak Prescott by 1.2 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.