2026 · Week 15 · Half-PPR

Should I start Bryce Young or Michael Penix Jr. in Week 15 (2026)?

The projection call

A close call. Slight lean: Bryce Young

Bryce Young projects for 20.5 points in half-PPR scoring, 0.5 more than Michael Penix Jr.. The gap is small; late injury news or your league’s scoring can change the choice.

QB · CAR

Bryce Young

20.5 projected FP

Half-PPR · FantasyPros weekly projection

vs CIN

Kickoff · Sun, Dec 20, 1:00 PM ET

QB · ATL

Michael Penix Jr.

20.0 projected FP

Half-PPR · FantasyPros weekly projection

vs WAS

Kickoff · Sun, Dec 20, 1:00 PM ET

Data refreshed Oct 20, 2026, 10:01 PM ET. Projected points are not actual results.

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Before you lock it in

Less than one projected point separates these players. Treat this as a close decision rather than a confident bench call. Confirm active status, kickoff time and your league’s scoring. This page does not include verified late injury or weather updates.

What changes in PPR, half-PPR and standard?

PPR awards one point per reception; half-PPR awards 0.5; standard awards no reception point. Use the scoring buttons above to compare the same players under each preset. Passing TDs, bonuses and other custom rules may differ in your league.

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