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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Kyler Murray

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

Brock Purdy has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.1-PPG advantage is real (19.7 to 15.6), and Brock Purdy's 23 touchdowns show scoring upside. Kyler Murray is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

QBArizona Cardinals#22

Kyler Murray

PPG

15.6

Games

Pass Yds

962

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

173

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Kyler Murray

Head to Head

19.7 PPG15.6 PPG

9 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Kyler Murray: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Kyler Murray at 71%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Kyler Murray: Who Should You Start?

Two quarterbacks who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers) finished the 2025 season averaging 19.7 fantasy points per game in 9 games. Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals) came in at 15.6 PPG over 5 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Brock Purdy carries a 4.1-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 Kyler Murray posted 962 yards and 6 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 Kyler Murray is off Week 8. 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. Kyler Murray 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. Kyler Murray (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Kyler Murray by a projected 70 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Brock Purdy played 9 games in 2025 compared to Kyler Murray's 5. That durability gap means Brock Purdy 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▾

StatPurdyMurray

PPG (Half-PPR)19.715.6

Games Played95

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)17778

Passing Yards2,167962

Passing TDs206

Pass Yds/Game240.8192.4

Rushing Yards147173

Rushing TDs31

Total TDs237

TDs/Game2.61.4

Age2628

Experience3 yrs6 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brock Purdy holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.7 points per game. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 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 Kyler Murray in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Kyler Murray's 15.6 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 Kyler Murray average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 4.1 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Kyler Murray's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Kyler Murray (ARI) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Kyler Murray a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Kyler Murray by 4.1 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.