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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Dak Prescott vs Russell WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Russell Wilson's 14.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.3-PPG advantage is real (18.5 to 14.2), and Dak Prescott's 32 touchdowns show scoring upside. Russell Wilson is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBDallas Cowboys#9PPG LEADER

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Russell Wilson

PPG

14.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,890

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

155

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Dak Prescott

Russell Wilson

Head to Head

18.5 PPG14.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Russell Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Dak Prescott is producing at 84% of elite pace and Russell Wilson at 65%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dak Prescott vs Russell Wilson: The Full Breakdown

Dak Prescott and Russell Wilson are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 PPG across 17 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Russell Wilson posted 14.2 PPG in 14 appearances for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A 4.3-PPG gap gives Dak Prescott 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. Dak Prescott threw for 4552 yards and 30 touchdowns, while Russell Wilson posted 2890 yards and 18 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Dak Prescott is off Week 14 and Russell Wilson Week 9. 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 Dak Prescott at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Russell Wilson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Russell Wilson (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Russell Wilson by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Russell Wilson's 14. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dak Prescott vs Russell Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dak Prescott	Russell Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.5	14.2
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	315	199
Passing Yards	4,552	2,890
Passing TDs	30	18
Pass Yds/Game	267.8	206.4
Rushing Yards	177	155
Rushing TDs	2	2
Total TDs	32	20
TDs/Game	1.9	1.4
Age	32	-
Experience	9 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 9

Summary

Dak Prescott outscored Russell Wilson by 4.3 PPG in 2025 (18.5 to 14.2). 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 Dak Prescott or Russell Wilson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 PPG compared to Russell Wilson's 14.2 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 Dak Prescott and Russell Wilson average in 2025?▾

Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Russell Wilson averaged 14.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

When are Dak Prescott and Russell Wilson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Russell Wilson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dak Prescott or Russell Wilson a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott outscored Russell Wilson by 4.3 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.