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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dak Prescott vs Jayden DanielsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.5 PPG to Jayden Daniels's 16.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dak Prescott is the better fantasy play this season.

Dak Prescott is the better play on a neutral week. 18.5 PPG with 4,729 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jayden Daniels at 16.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Dak Prescott higher, but do not fade Jayden Daniels entirely.

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

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QBDallas Cowboys#9PPG LEADER

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBWashington Commanders#17

Jayden Daniels

PPG

16.3

Games

Pass Yds

1,262

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

278

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Dak Prescott

Jayden Daniels

Head to Head

18.5 PPG16.3 PPG

17 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Jayden Daniels: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #17 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Dak Prescott is producing at 84% of elite pace and Jayden Daniels at 74%. That ranking gap means Dak Prescott carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dak Prescott vs Jayden Daniels: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Dak Prescott and Jayden Daniels for your lineup, you are not alone. Dak Prescott finished the 2025 season at 18.5 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (17 games), and Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 for the Washington Commanders (7 games).

That 2.2-point weekly advantage for Dak Prescott 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. Dak Prescott threw for 4552 yards and 30 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: Dak Prescott is off Week 14 and Jayden Daniels Week 7. 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: Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. Jayden Daniels (age 25) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Dak Prescott outscored Jayden Daniels by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jayden Daniels's 7. That durability gap means Dak Prescott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dak Prescott scored 32 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jayden Daniels is 7 years younger than Dak Prescott (25 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dak Prescott vs Jayden Daniels: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dak Prescott	Jayden Daniels
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.5	16.3
Games Played	17	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	315	114
Passing Yards	4,552	1,262
Passing TDs	30	8
Pass Yds/Game	267.8	180.3
Rushing Yards	177	278
Rushing TDs	2	2
Total TDs	32	10
TDs/Game	1.9	1.4
Age	32	25
Experience	9 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Dak Prescott at 18.5 PPG, 2.2 points per game above Jayden Daniels's 16.3. 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 Dak Prescott or Jayden Daniels in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dak Prescott has the edge at 18.5 PPG compared to Jayden Daniels's 16.3 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 Dak Prescott and Jayden Daniels average in 2025?▾

Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

When are Dak Prescott and Jayden Daniels's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Jayden Daniels (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dak Prescott or Jayden Daniels a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott outscored Jayden Daniels by 2.2 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.