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Bo Nix vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bo Nix is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.9 PPG to Will Levis's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bo Nix is the better fantasy play this season.

Bo Nix is the better play on a neutral week. 17.9 PPG with 4,287 yards gives a reliable baseline. Will Levis at 13.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Bo Nix higher, but do not fade Will Levis entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBDenver Broncos#11PPG LEADER
Bo Nix
PPG
17.9
Games
17
Pass Yds
3,931
Pass TDs
25
Rush Yds
356
Rush TDs
5
Bye
Week 10
QBTennessee Titans#99
Will Levis
PPG
13.2
Games
14
Pass Yds
2,780
Pass TDs
17
Rush Yds
245
Rush TDs
3
Bye
Week 5

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Bo Nix
Will Levis

Head to Head

17.9 PPG13.2 PPG
17 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Bo Nix carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Bo Nix and Will Levis for your lineup, you are not alone. Bo Nix finished the 2025 season at 17.9 PPG for the Denver Broncos (17 games), and Will Levis averaged 13.2 for the Tennessee Titans (14 games).

That 4.7-point weekly advantage for Bo Nix 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. Bo Nix threw for 3931 yards and 25 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Bo Nix 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

Bo Nix 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: Bo Nix (age 26) 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?

  • Bo Nix outscored Will Levis by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Will Levis's 14. That durability gap means Bo Nix contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Bo Nix scored 30 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
  • Bo Nix added 356 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bo Nix vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBo NixWill Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)17.913.2
Games Played1714
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)304185
Passing Yards3,9312,780
Passing TDs2517
Pass Yds/Game231.2198.6
Rushing Yards356245
Rushing TDs53
Total TDs3020
TDs/Game1.81.4
Age26-
Experience1 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Bo Nix at 17.9 PPG, 4.7 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 Bo Nix or Will Levis in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Bo Nix has the edge at 17.9 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 Bo Nix and Will Levis average in 2025?

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 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 4.7 points per game.

When are Bo Nix and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?

Bo Nix (DEN) 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 Bo Nix or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Bo Nix outscored Will Levis by 4.7 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.

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