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Bryce Young vs Daniel JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Bryce Young's 13.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones is the better play on a neutral week. 17.4 PPG with 3,265 yards gives a reliable baseline. Bryce Young at 13.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Daniel Jones higher, but do not fade Bryce Young entirely.

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

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QBCarolina Panthers#28
Bryce Young
PPG
13.6
Games
16
Pass Yds
3,011
Pass TDs
23
Rush Yds
216
Rush TDs
2
Bye
Week 5
QBIndianapolis Colts#13PPG LEADER
Daniel Jones
PPG
17.4
Games
13
Pass Yds
3,101
Pass TDs
19
Rush Yds
164
Rush TDs
5
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Bryce Young
Daniel Jones

Head to Head

13.6 PPG17.4 PPG
16 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Bryce Young: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #28 at the position). Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bryce Young is producing at 62% of elite pace and Daniel Jones at 79%. That ranking gap means Daniel Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bryce Young vs Daniel Jones: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Bryce Young and Daniel Jones for your lineup, you are not alone. Bryce Young finished the 2025 season at 13.6 PPG for the Carolina Panthers (16 games), and Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 for the Indianapolis Colts (13 games).

That 3.8-point weekly advantage for Daniel Jones is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Bryce Young threw for 3011 yards and 23 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.

Bryce Young has his bye in Week 5, and Daniel Jones rests in Week 13. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Daniel Jones is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Bryce Young is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Bryce Young (age 24) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

  • Daniel Jones outscored Bryce Young by a projected 65 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Bryce Young played 16 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Bryce Young contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Bryce Young scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
  • Bryce Young is 5 years younger than Daniel Jones (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bryce Young vs Daniel Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBryce YoungDaniel Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)13.617.4
Games Played1613
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)218226
Passing Yards3,0113,101
Passing TDs2319
Pass Yds/Game188.2238.5
Rushing Yards216164
Rushing TDs25
Total TDs2524
TDs/Game1.61.8
Age2429
Experience2 yrs6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Daniel Jones at 17.4 PPG, 3.8 points per game above Bryce Young's 13.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bryce Young or Daniel Jones in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Bryce Young's 13.6 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 Bryce Young and Daniel Jones average in 2025?

Bryce Young averaged 13.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are Bryce Young and Daniel Jones's bye weeks in 2026?

Bryce Young (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bryce Young or Daniel Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Daniel Jones outscored Bryce Young by 3.8 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.