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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Michael Penix Jr.

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. Michael Penix Jr. (13.4 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Brock Purdy as the starter and Michael Penix Jr. 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

QBAtlanta Falcons#29

Michael Penix Jr.

PPG

13.4

Games

Pass Yds

1,982

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Michael Penix Jr.

Head to Head

19.7 PPG13.4 PPG

9 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Michael Penix Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Michael Penix Jr. at 61%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Michael Penix Jr.: 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 Michael Penix Jr. managed 13.4 across 9 games with the Atlanta Falcons. A 6.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

A 6.3-PPG gap gives Brock Purdy the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Michael Penix Jr. posted 1982 yards and 9 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 Michael Penix Jr. is off Week 5. 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. Michael Penix Jr. 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. Michael Penix Jr. (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Michael Penix Jr. by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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▾

StatPurdyJr.

PPG (Half-PPR)19.713.4

Games Played99

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)177121

Passing Yards2,1671,982

Passing TDs209

Pass Yds/Game240.8220.2

Rushing Yards14770

Rushing TDs31

Total TDs2310

TDs/Game2.61.1

Age2626

Experience3 yrs1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 5

Summary

Brock Purdy outscored Michael Penix Jr. by 6.3 PPG in 2025 (19.7 to 13.4). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or Michael Penix Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Michael Penix Jr.'s 13.4 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 Michael Penix Jr. average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Michael Penix Jr. averaged 13.4 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Michael Penix Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Michael Penix Jr. (ATL) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Michael Penix Jr. a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Michael Penix Jr. by 6.3 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.