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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Joe Flacco vs Spencer RattlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Flacco is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.3 PPG to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Flacco is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Joe Flacco edges Spencer Rattler by 0.3 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, Joe Flacco 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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QBCincinnati Bengals#37PPG LEADER

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBNew Orleans Saints#38

Spencer Rattler

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

1,586

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

167

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Joe Flacco

Spencer Rattler

Head to Head

11.3 PPG11.0 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Spencer Rattler: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Joe Flacco is producing at 51% of elite pace and Spencer Rattler at 50%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Joe Flacco vs Spencer Rattler: The Full Breakdown

Joe Flacco (11.3 PPG) and Spencer Rattler (11.0 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Joe Flacco played 13 games for the Cincinnati Bengals; Spencer Rattler suited up 9 times for the New Orleans Saints.

A 0.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Joe Flacco threw for 2479 yards and 15 touchdowns, while Spencer Rattler posted 1586 yards and 8 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: Joe Flacco sits Week 6 while Spencer Rattler is off Week 8. 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

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: Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Spencer Rattler (age 25) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Joe Flacco outscored Spencer Rattler by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Spencer Rattler's 9. That durability gap means Joe Flacco contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Flacco scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Spencer Rattler is 16 years younger than Joe Flacco (25 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Joe Flacco vs Spencer Rattler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Joe Flacco	Spencer Rattler
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.3	11.0
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	99
Passing Yards	2,479	1,586
Passing TDs	15	8
Pass Yds/Game	190.7	176.2
Rushing Yards	35	167
Rushing TDs	1	0
Total TDs	16	8
TDs/Game	1.2	0.9
Age	41	25
Experience	17 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

Joe Flacco outscored Spencer Rattler by 0.3 PPG in 2025 (11.3 to 11.0). 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 Joe Flacco or Spencer Rattler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Flacco has the edge at 11.3 PPG compared to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 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 Joe Flacco and Spencer Rattler average in 2025?▾

Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Joe Flacco and Spencer Rattler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Spencer Rattler (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Joe Flacco or Spencer Rattler a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Joe Flacco outscored Spencer Rattler by 0.3 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.