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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

C.J. Stroud vs Trevor Lawrence

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

Trevor Lawrence is the better play on a neutral week. 19.9 PPG with 4,366 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 Trevor Lawrence 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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QBHouston Texans#23

C.J. Stroud

PPG

14.9

Games

Pass Yds

3,041

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

209

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBJacksonville Jaguars#5PPG LEADER

Trevor Lawrence

PPG

19.9

Games

Pass Yds

4,007

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

359

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

C.J. Stroud

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

14.9 PPG19.9 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

C.J. Stroud: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #23 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, C.J. Stroud is producing at 68% of elite pace and Trevor Lawrence at 90%. That ranking gap means Trevor Lawrence carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

C.J. Stroud vs Trevor Lawrence: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between C.J. Stroud and Trevor Lawrence for your lineup, you are not alone. C.J. Stroud finished the 2025 season at 14.9 PPG for the Houston Texans (14 games), and Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 for the Jacksonville Jaguars (17 games).

That 5.0-point weekly advantage for Trevor Lawrence 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. C.J. Stroud threw for 3041 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Trevor Lawrence posted 4007 yards and 29 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: C.J. Stroud sits Week 6 while Trevor Lawrence 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

Trevor Lawrence 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: 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. Trevor Lawrence (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Trevor Lawrence outscored C.J. Stroud by a projected 85 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to C.J. Stroud's 14. That durability gap means Trevor Lawrence contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Trevor Lawrence scored 38 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Trevor Lawrence added 359 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatStroudLawrence

PPG (Half-PPR)14.919.9

Games Played1417

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)209338

Passing Yards3,0414,007

Passing TDs1929

Pass Yds/Game217.2235.7

Rushing Yards209359

Rushing TDs19

Total TDs2038

TDs/Game1.42.2

Age2426

Experience2 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 6Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Trevor Lawrence at 19.9 PPG, 5.0 points per game above C.J. Stroud's 14.9. 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 C.J. Stroud or Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 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 C.J. Stroud and Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

C.J. Stroud averaged 14.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.0 points per game.

When are C.J. Stroud and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?▾

C.J. Stroud (HOU) has a bye in Week 6, and Trevor Lawrence (JAX) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is C.J. Stroud or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored C.J. Stroud by 5.0 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.