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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett vs Matthew Stafford

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Matthew Stafford is the better fantasy play this season.

Matthew Stafford is the better play on a neutral week. 20.6 PPG with 4,708 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Matthew Stafford higher, but do not fade Jacoby Brissett entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBArizona Cardinals#18

Jacoby Brissett

PPG

16.2

Games

Pass Yds

3,366

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

168

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBLos Angeles Rams#3PPG LEADER

Matthew Stafford

PPG

20.6

Games

Pass Yds

4,707

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jacoby Brissett

Matthew Stafford

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16.2 PPG20.6 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Matthew Stafford: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #3 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% of elite pace and Matthew Stafford at 94%. That ranking gap means Matthew Stafford carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jacoby Brissett vs Matthew Stafford: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Jacoby Brissett and Matthew Stafford is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals quarterback put up 16.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams averaged 20.6 in 17. A 4.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.4 points favors Matthew Stafford, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jacoby Brissett threw for 3366 yards and 23 touchdowns, while Matthew Stafford posted 4707 yards and 46 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Matthew Stafford is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jacoby Brissett is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jacoby Brissett (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Matthew Stafford (age 38) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Matthew Stafford outscored Jacoby Brissett by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Matthew Stafford played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett's 14. That durability gap means Matthew Stafford contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Matthew Stafford scored 46 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jacoby Brissett is 5 years younger than Matthew Stafford (33 vs 38), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatBrissettStafford

PPG (Half-PPR)16.220.6

Games Played1417

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)227350

Passing Yards3,3664,707

Passing TDs2346

Pass Yds/Game240.4276.9

Rushing Yards1681

Rushing TDs10

Total TDs2446

TDs/Game1.72.7

Age3338

Experience9 yrs16 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 8

Summary

20.6 PPG for Matthew Stafford versus 16.2 for Jacoby Brissett in 2025. The baseline favors Matthew Stafford, 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 Jacoby Brissett or Matthew Stafford in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Matthew Stafford has the edge at 20.6 PPG compared to Jacoby Brissett's 16.2 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 Jacoby Brissett and Matthew Stafford average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Matthew Stafford averaged 20.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

Do Jacoby Brissett and Matthew Stafford share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jacoby Brissett and Matthew Stafford share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Jacoby Brissett or Matthew Stafford a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Matthew Stafford outscored Jacoby Brissett by 4.4 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.