Lamar Jackson or Dak Prescott or Patrick Mahomes: Who should I start for Week 13 Fantasy Football?

Lamar Jackson, Dak Prescott, and Patrick Mahomes are set to battle for a win on the same day, so it must be Sunday, right? Wrong. It's Thanksgiving, and as such, the NFL is putting on a triple-header of action to commemorate the occasion. While most NFL fans can only see this as a positive, it poses a problem for fantasy football managers.

For those looking for a last-second guide to Thanksgiving for fantasy football quarterbacks, Sportskeeda is here to help. Here's a look at three important fantasy football quarterbacks and a recommendation.

Is Lamar Jackson a good fantasy pick in Week 13?

Lamar Jackson at Baltimore Ravens v Minnesota Vikings - NFL 2025 - Source: Getty

According to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool, Lamar Jackson is in for a decent day, which would be a breath of fresh air after two months of struggle for fantasy football managers.

Jackson is projected to throw for 229 yards, about two touchdowns, and a 60% chance of throwing an interception. He is also expected to do some work on the ground with 59.1 yards and a 20% chance of a touchdown. Overall, he is worthy of starting, but is he the best choice? Let's continue.

Is Dak Prescott a good fantasy pick in Week 13?

Dak Prescott at Philadelphia Eagles v Dallas Cowboys - NFL 2025 - Source: Getty

Dak Prescott is projected to throw for 246.1 yards, about two touchdowns, and carry an 80% chance of an interception. He is also expected to get some work done on the ground, but not much. In total, he is projected to earn 10.8 yards with a 10% chance of a touchdown.

Prescott is a decent option, but with Kansas City's defense on tap, don't expect the quarterback to make miracles. Is Patrick Mahomes a better option? Let's take a look.

Is Patrick Mahomes a good fantasy pick in Week 13?

Patrick Mahomes at Indianapolis Colts v Kansas City Chiefs - Source: Getty

Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool has projected Patrick Mahomes to throw for 266.1 yards. about two touchdowns, and a 70% chance of giving up an interception. Mahomes is also expected to do some work on the ground, tallying 21 yards with a 10% chance of a touchdown.

Mahomes is a quality option this week with his back up against the wall, but is he the best option for Week 13? Let's get to the bottom of it.

Should I start Lamar Jackson or Dak Prescott or Patrick Mahomes in Week 13 fantasy football?

Patrick Mahomes vs Lamar Jackson vs Dak Prescott - Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool

In the end, Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, and Dak Prescott are all good options. However, with only one spot available, managers need to go with Jackson. It can be scary with his recent history of struggles to get on the field and perform once there. However, the matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals cannot be passed up.

Jackson is projected to earn 22.7 points, 2.3 more than Mahomes and 4.6 more than Prescott. If your choice is between the Baltimore Ravens quarterback and the Dallas Cowboys quarterback, the difference is projected to be as much as a passing touchdown. Go with Jackson.