Baker Mayfield vs Jayden Daniels: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Baker Mayfield finished the 2025 season at 16.6 PPG over 17 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Jayden Daniels clocked in at 16.8 across 7 appearances for the Washington Commanders. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Baker Mayfield threw for 3693 yards and 26 touchdowns, while Jayden Daniels posted 1262 yards and 8 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.
One scheduling note: Baker Mayfield is off Week 11 and Jayden Daniels Week 14. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
