Who Should I Start? Bryce Young or Ty Simpson

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Week 1 Projections

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TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
20.6 18.5 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0

Bryce Young News

Bryce Young Looks Solid in Joint Practice with Jaguars

Wednesday, August 19, 7:58 PM

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young had a strong showing in Wednesday's joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Young and second-year receiver Tetairoa McMillan were nearly automatic, making life difficult for the Jaguars' defense. Young has reportedly had a great camp as he enters a contract year in 2026. Despite never averaging more than 14 fantasy points per game in any season of his three-year career, Young led the Panthers to their first division title since 2015 last season and scored 31 points against the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. With McMillan, Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette, and now tight end Darren Waller forming a solid receiving core, Young could be in line for his best fantasy season to date in 2026.

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Week 1 Projections

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Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
1.3 0.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Ty Simpson News

Ty Simpson Efficient Once Again in Preseason Action

Saturday, August 22, 6:36 PM

Los Angeles Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson completed 8 of 12 passes for 73 yards in the Rams' 34-0 preseason blowout of the New Orleans Saints. Simpson has been mistake-free in both preseason games, completing 29 of 37 passes for 263 yards and two touchdowns. Head coach Sean McVay said, "I thought Ty did a good job being efficient in the second half." The 13th overall pick is expected to sit behind former MVP Matthew Stafford in 2026 and develop before becoming the quarterback of the future after Stafford retires. Currently ranked QB38 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, Simpson is unlikely to be a key fantasy contributor unless Stafford is injured this season.

Bryce Young vs. Ty Simpson

Still trying to decide between Young and Simpson? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Bryce Young is projected to score 20.6 points this week while Ty Simpson is projected to score 1.3 points.