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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Carson Wentz vs Daniel JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Carson Wentz's 14.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.3-PPG advantage is real (17.4 to 14.1), and Daniel Jones's 24 touchdowns show scoring upside. Carson Wentz is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBMinnesota Vikings#26

Carson Wentz

PPG

14.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,216

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

QBIndianapolis Colts#13PPG LEADER

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Carson Wentz

Daniel Jones

Head to Head

14.1 PPG17.4 PPG

5 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Carson Wentz: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) QB (ranked #26 at the position). Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Carson Wentz is producing at 64% 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.

Carson Wentz vs Daniel Jones: The Full Breakdown

Two quarterbacks who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Carson Wentz (Minnesota Vikings) finished the 2025 season averaging 14.1 fantasy points per game in 5 games. Daniel Jones (Indianapolis Colts) came in at 17.4 PPG over 13 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Daniel Jones carries a 3.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Carson Wentz threw for 1216 yards and 6 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: Carson Wentz is off Week 6 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

If you can acquire Daniel Jones at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Carson Wentz is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Carson Wentz (age 33) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. 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 Carson Wentz by a projected 56 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Daniel Jones played 13 games in 2025 compared to Carson Wentz's 5. 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.
•Daniel Jones is 4 years younger than Carson Wentz (29 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Carson Wentz vs Daniel Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Carson Wentz	Daniel Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	17.4
Games Played	5	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	226
Passing Yards	1,216	3,101
Passing TDs	6	19
Pass Yds/Game	243.2	238.5
Rushing Yards	57	164
Rushing TDs	0	5
Total TDs	6	24
TDs/Game	1.2	1.8
Age	33	29
Experience	9 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Daniel Jones holds the PPG edge with solid output at 17.4 points per game. Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Carson Wentz or Daniel Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Carson Wentz's 14.1 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 Carson Wentz and Daniel Jones average in 2025?▾

Carson Wentz averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.

When are Carson Wentz and Daniel Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Carson Wentz (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Carson Wentz or Daniel Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Carson Wentz by 3.3 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.