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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Jared GoffWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jared Goff is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.5 PPG to Daniel Jones's 17.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jared Goff is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jared Goff edges Daniel Jones by 0.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jared Goff goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBIndianapolis Colts#13

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

QBDetroit Lions#12PPG LEADER

Jared Goff

PPG

17.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,564

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Jared Goff

Head to Head

17.4 PPG17.5 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Jared Goff: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Jared Goff at 80%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Daniel Jones vs Jared Goff: The Full Breakdown

Daniel Jones (17.4 PPG) and Jared Goff (17.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Daniel Jones played 13 games for the Indianapolis Colts; Jared Goff suited up 17 times for the Detroit Lions.

A 0.1-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Daniel Jones threw for 3101 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Jared Goff posted 4564 yards and 34 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Daniel Jones sits Week 13 while Jared Goff is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jared Goff (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jared Goff outscored Daniel Jones by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jared Goff played 17 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Jared Goff contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jared Goff scored 34 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Daniel Jones vs Jared Goff: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Daniel Jones	Jared Goff
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.4	17.5
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	298
Passing Yards	3,101	4,564
Passing TDs	19	34
Pass Yds/Game	238.5	268.5
Rushing Yards	164	45
Rushing TDs	5	0
Total TDs	24	34
TDs/Game	1.8	2.0
Age	29	31
Experience	6 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 6

Summary

Jared Goff outscored Daniel Jones by 0.1 PPG in 2025 (17.5 to 17.4). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Daniel Jones or Jared Goff in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jared Goff has the edge at 17.5 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 Daniel Jones and Jared Goff average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jared Goff averaged 17.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Jared Goff's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Daniel Jones or Jared Goff a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jared Goff outscored Daniel Jones by 0.1 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.