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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jacoby Brissett 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. Jacoby Brissett at 16.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Trevor Lawrence 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

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

Jacoby Brissett

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

16.2 PPG19.9 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jacoby Brissett: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #18 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jacoby Brissett is producing at 74% 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.

Jacoby Brissett vs Trevor Lawrence: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Jacoby Brissett and Trevor Lawrence is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals quarterback put up 16.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 19.9 in 17. A 3.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.7 points favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 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.

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

Trevor Lawrence 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. 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 Jacoby Brissett by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jacoby Brissett'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.
•Trevor Lawrence is 7 years younger than Jacoby Brissett (26 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatBrissettLawrence

PPG (Half-PPR)16.219.9

Games Played1417

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)227338

Passing Yards3,3664,007

Passing TDs2329

Pass Yds/Game240.4235.7

Rushing Yards168359

Rushing TDs19

Total TDs2438

TDs/Game1.72.2

Age3326

Experience9 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 8

Summary

19.9 PPG for Trevor Lawrence versus 16.2 for Jacoby Brissett in 2025. The baseline favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 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 Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

Jacoby Brissett averaged 16.2 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 3.7 points per game.

Do Jacoby Brissett and Trevor Lawrence share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jacoby Brissett and Trevor Lawrence 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 Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored Jacoby Brissett by 3.7 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.