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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Anthony Richardson vs Dak PrescottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.5 PPG to Dak Prescott's 18.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Anthony Richardson edges Dak Prescott by 1.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Anthony Richardson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBIndianapolis Colts#99PPG LEADER

Anthony Richardson

PPG

19.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,718

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

580

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBDallas Cowboys#9

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Anthony Richardson

Dak Prescott

Head to Head

19.5 PPG18.5 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Anthony Richardson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Anthony Richardson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Dak Prescott at 84%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Anthony Richardson vs Dak Prescott: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Anthony Richardson finished the 2025 season at 19.5 PPG over 13 games with the Indianapolis Colts, while Dak Prescott clocked in at 18.5 across 17 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 1.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Anthony Richardson offers meaningful rushing upside with 580 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Dak Prescott (4552 passing yards, 30 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 14 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Anthony Richardson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Anthony Richardson outscored Dak Prescott by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Anthony Richardson's 13. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Anthony Richardson added 580 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Anthony Richardson vs Dak Prescott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Anthony Richardson	Dak Prescott
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.5	18.5
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	254	315
Passing Yards	2,718	4,552
Passing TDs	18	30
Pass Yds/Game	209.1	267.8
Rushing Yards	580	177
Rushing TDs	7	2
Total TDs	25	32
TDs/Game	1.9	1.9
Age	-	32
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

Anthony Richardson outscored Dak Prescott by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (19.5 to 18.5). 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 Anthony Richardson or Dak Prescott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Anthony Richardson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Dak Prescott's 18.5 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 Anthony Richardson and Dak Prescott average in 2025?▾

Anthony Richardson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

Do Anthony Richardson and Dak Prescott share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Anthony Richardson and Dak Prescott share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Anthony Richardson or Dak Prescott a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson outscored Dak Prescott by 1.0 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.