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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Patrick Mahomes vs Will Levis

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Patrick Mahomes is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Patrick Mahomes outscored Will Levis by 7.2 PPG in 2025 with 27 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Patrick Mahomes is the clear pick. Will Levis 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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QBKansas City Chiefs#4PPG LEADER

Patrick Mahomes

PPG

20.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,587

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

422

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

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

Patrick Mahomes

Will Levis

Head to Head

20.4 PPG13.2 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Patrick Mahomes: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #4 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Patrick Mahomes is producing at 93% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Patrick Mahomes carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Patrick Mahomes vs Will Levis: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Patrick Mahomes put up 20.4 fantasy points per game for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2025, while Will Levis managed 13.2 across 14 games with the Tennessee Titans. A 7.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the quarterback position.

That 7.2-point weekly advantage for Patrick Mahomes 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.

Patrick Mahomes offers meaningful rushing upside with 422 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Will Levis (2780 passing yards, 17 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Patrick Mahomes sits Week 10 while Will Levis is off Week 5. 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

Patrick Mahomes is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Will Levis is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Patrick Mahomes (age 30) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Will Levis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Patrick Mahomes outscored Will Levis by a projected 122 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Patrick Mahomes scored 27 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Patrick Mahomes added 422 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatMahomesLevis

PPG (Half-PPR)20.413.2

Games Played1414

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)286185

Passing Yards3,5872,780

Passing TDs2217

Pass Yds/Game256.2198.6

Rushing Yards422245

Rushing TDs53

Total TDs2720

TDs/Game1.91.4

Age30-

Experience8 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Patrick Mahomes at 20.4 PPG, 7.2 points per game above Will Levis's 13.2. 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 Patrick Mahomes or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Patrick Mahomes has the edge at 20.4 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 Patrick Mahomes and Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Patrick Mahomes averaged 20.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 7.2 points per game.

When are Patrick Mahomes and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Patrick Mahomes (KC) has a bye in Week 10, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Patrick Mahomes or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Patrick Mahomes outscored Will Levis by 7.2 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.