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Updated from live statsJ.J. McCarthy or Trevor LawrenceWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
J.J. McCarthy is a Minnesota Vikings quarterback who averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence is a Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback who averaged 19.9 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | J.J. McCarthy | Trevor Lawrence |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 12.5 | 19.9 |
| Games Played | 10 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 125 | 338 |
| Passing Yards | 1,632 | 4,007 |
| Passing TDs | 11 | 29 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 163.2 | 235.7 |
| Rushing Yards | 181 | 359 |
| Rushing TDs | 4 | 9 |
| Total TDs | 15 | 38 |
| TDs/Game | 1.5 | 2.2 |
| Age | 23 | 27 |
| Experience | 1 yrs | 4 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start J.J. McCarthy or Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for J.J. McCarthy and Trevor Lawrence is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9.
Should I draft J.J. McCarthy or Trevor Lawrence in 2026 fantasy football?▾
J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025, and Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 across 17. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did J.J. McCarthy and Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾
J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.4 points per game.
When are J.J. McCarthy and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?▾
J.J. McCarthy (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Trevor Lawrence (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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