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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Shedeur Sanders

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Brock Purdy outscored Shedeur Sanders by 9.1 PPG in 2025 with 23 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Brock Purdy is the clear pick. Shedeur Sanders profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

QBCleveland Browns#40

Shedeur Sanders

PPG

10.6

Games

Pass Yds

1,400

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

169

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Shedeur Sanders

Head to Head

19.7 PPG10.6 PPG

9 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Shedeur Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Shedeur Sanders at 48%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Shedeur Sanders: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers) averaged 19.7 PPG over 9 games in 2025, outscoring Shedeur Sanders (Cleveland Browns, 10.6 PPG) by 9.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 9.1-point weekly advantage for Brock Purdy is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Shedeur Sanders posted 1400 yards and 7 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Brock Purdy is off Week 14 and Shedeur Sanders Week 9. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Brock Purdy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Shedeur Sanders 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. Shedeur Sanders (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 Shedeur Sanders by a projected 155 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Brock Purdy played 9 games in 2025 compared to Shedeur Sanders's 8. 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▾

StatPurdySanders

PPG (Half-PPR)19.710.6

Games Played98

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)17785

Passing Yards2,1671,400

Passing TDs207

Pass Yds/Game240.8175.0

Rushing Yards147169

Rushing TDs31

Total TDs238

TDs/Game2.61.0

Age2624

Experience3 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brock Purdy at 19.7 PPG, 9.1 points per game above Shedeur Sanders's 10.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brock Purdy or Shedeur Sanders in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 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 Shedeur Sanders average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 9.1 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Shedeur Sanders's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Shedeur Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Shedeur Sanders a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Shedeur Sanders by 9.1 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.