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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Joe Flacco vs Trevor Lawrence

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Trevor Lawrence outscored Joe Flacco by 8.6 PPG in 2025 with 38 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Trevor Lawrence is the clear pick. Joe Flacco 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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QBCincinnati Bengals#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

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

Joe Flacco

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

11.3 PPG19.9 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Joe Flacco is producing at 51% 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.

Joe Flacco vs Trevor Lawrence: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Trevor Lawrence put up 19.9 fantasy points per game for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2025, while Joe Flacco managed 11.3 across 13 games with the Cincinnati Bengals. A 8.6-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

That 8.6-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. Joe Flacco threw for 2479 yards and 15 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: Joe Flacco sits Week 10 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. Joe Flacco is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Joe Flacco (age 41) 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 Joe Flacco by a projected 146 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Joe Flacco's 13. 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 15 years younger than Joe Flacco (26 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatFlaccoLawrence

PPG (Half-PPR)11.319.9

Games Played1317

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)147338

Passing Yards2,4794,007

Passing TDs1529

Pass Yds/Game190.7235.7

Rushing Yards35359

Rushing TDs19

Total TDs1638

TDs/Game1.22.2

Age4126

Experience17 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Trevor Lawrence at 19.9 PPG, 8.6 points per game above Joe Flacco's 11.3. 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 Joe Flacco or Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 PPG compared to Joe Flacco's 11.3 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 Joe Flacco and Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.6 points per game.

When are Joe Flacco and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 10, and Trevor Lawrence (JAX) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Joe Flacco or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored Joe Flacco by 8.6 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.