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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brock Purdy vs Daniel JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.7 PPG to Daniel Jones's 17.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brock Purdy is the better fantasy play this season.

Brock Purdy is the better play on a neutral week. 19.7 PPG with 2,314 yards gives a reliable baseline. Daniel Jones at 17.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brock Purdy higher, but do not fade Daniel Jones entirely.

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

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QBSan Francisco 49ers#6PPG LEADER

Brock Purdy

PPG

19.7

Games

Pass Yds

2,167

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

147

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

QBIndianapolis Colts#13

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Brock Purdy

Daniel Jones

Head to Head

19.7 PPG17.4 PPG

9 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Brock Purdy: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #6 at the position). Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Brock Purdy is producing at 90% of elite pace and Daniel Jones at 79%. That ranking gap means Brock Purdy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brock Purdy vs Daniel Jones: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Brock Purdy and Daniel Jones is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback put up 19.7 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; Daniel Jones of the Indianapolis Colts averaged 17.4 in 13. A 2.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.3 points favors Brock Purdy, 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. Brock Purdy threw for 2167 yards and 20 touchdowns, while Daniel Jones posted 3101 yards and 19 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Brock Purdy is off Week 8 and Daniel Jones Week 13. 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.

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: Brock Purdy (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Brock Purdy outscored Daniel Jones by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Daniel Jones played 13 games in 2025 compared to Brock Purdy's 9. That durability gap means Daniel Jones contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Daniel Jones scored 24 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brock Purdy vs Daniel Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brock Purdy	Daniel Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.7	17.4
Games Played	9	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	226
Passing Yards	2,167	3,101
Passing TDs	20	19
Pass Yds/Game	240.8	238.5
Rushing Yards	147	164
Rushing TDs	3	5
Total TDs	23	24
TDs/Game	2.6	1.8
Age	26	29
Experience	3 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 13

Summary

19.7 PPG for Brock Purdy versus 17.4 for Daniel Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Brock Purdy, 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 Brock Purdy or Daniel Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brock Purdy has the edge at 19.7 PPG compared to Daniel Jones's 17.4 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 Brock Purdy and Daniel Jones average in 2025?▾

Brock Purdy averaged 19.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are Brock Purdy and Daniel Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brock Purdy or Daniel Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Brock Purdy outscored Daniel Jones by 2.3 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.