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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Shedeur Sanders vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Will Levis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Will Levis is the better fantasy play this season.

Will Levis is the better play on a neutral week. 13.2 PPG with 3,025 yards gives a reliable baseline. Shedeur Sanders at 10.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Will Levis higher, but do not fade Shedeur Sanders entirely.

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

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QBCleveland Browns#40

Shedeur Sanders

PPG

10.6

Games

Pass Yds

1,400

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

169

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

QBTennessee Titans#99PPG LEADER

Will Levis

PPG

13.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,780

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

245

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Shedeur Sanders

Will Levis

Head to Head

10.6 PPG13.2 PPG

8 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Shedeur Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #40 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Shedeur Sanders is producing at 48% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Shedeur Sanders carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Shedeur Sanders vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Shedeur Sanders and Will Levis is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns quarterback put up 10.6 PPG in 2025 over 8 games; Will Levis of the Tennessee Titans averaged 13.2 in 14. A 2.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.6 points favors Will Levis, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Shedeur Sanders threw for 1400 yards and 7 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: Shedeur Sanders sits Week 11 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

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: Shedeur Sanders (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Will Levis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Will Levis outscored Shedeur Sanders by a projected 44 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Will Levis played 14 games in 2025 compared to Shedeur Sanders's 8. That durability gap means Will Levis contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Will Levis scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Shedeur Sanders vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Shedeur Sanders	Will Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.6	13.2
Games Played	8	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	185
Passing Yards	1,400	2,780
Passing TDs	7	17
Pass Yds/Game	175.0	198.6
Rushing Yards	169	245
Rushing TDs	1	3
Total TDs	8	20
TDs/Game	1.0	1.4
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

13.2 PPG for Will Levis versus 10.6 for Shedeur Sanders in 2025. The baseline favors Will Levis, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Shedeur Sanders or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Will Levis has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 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 Shedeur Sanders and Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.6 points per game.

When are Shedeur Sanders and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Shedeur Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Shedeur Sanders or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Will Levis outscored Shedeur Sanders by 2.6 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.