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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Matthew Stafford vs Will Levis

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Matthew Stafford is the better fantasy play this season.

Matthew Stafford is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 20.6 PPG and 4,708 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Will Levis (13.2 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Matthew Stafford as the starter and Will Levis as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBLos Angeles Rams#3PPG LEADER

Matthew Stafford

PPG

20.6

Games

Pass Yds

4,707

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBTennessee Titans#99

Will Levis

PPG

13.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,780

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

245

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Matthew Stafford

Will Levis

Head to Head

20.6 PPG13.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Matthew Stafford: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #3 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Matthew Stafford is producing at 94% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Matthew Stafford carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Matthew Stafford vs Will Levis: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams) averaged 20.6 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Will Levis (Tennessee Titans, 13.2 PPG) by 7.4 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 7.4-PPG gap gives Matthew Stafford the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Matthew Stafford threw for 4707 yards and 46 touchdowns, while Will Levis posted 2780 yards and 17 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Matthew Stafford is off Week 8 and Will Levis Week 5. 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

If you can acquire Matthew Stafford at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Will Levis is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Matthew Stafford (age 38) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Will Levis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Matthew Stafford outscored Will Levis by a projected 126 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Matthew Stafford played 17 games in 2025 compared to Will Levis'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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatStaffordLevis

PPG (Half-PPR)20.613.2

Games Played1714

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)350185

Passing Yards4,7072,780

Passing TDs4617

Pass Yds/Game276.9198.6

Rushing Yards1245

Rushing TDs03

Total TDs4620

TDs/Game2.71.4

Age38-

Experience16 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 5

Summary

Matthew Stafford outscored Will Levis by 7.4 PPG in 2025 (20.6 to 13.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Matthew Stafford or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Matthew Stafford has the edge at 20.6 PPG compared to Will Levis's 13.2 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 Matthew Stafford and Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Matthew Stafford averaged 20.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 7.4 points per game.

When are Matthew Stafford and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Matthew Stafford (LAR) has a bye in Week 8, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Matthew Stafford or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Matthew Stafford outscored Will Levis by 7.4 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.