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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Jaxson DartWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Jaxson Dart's 17.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Daniel Jones edges Jaxson Dart 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, Daniel Jones 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#13PPG LEADER

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

QBNew York Giants#14

Jaxson Dart

PPG

17.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,272

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

487

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Jaxson Dart

Head to Head

17.4 PPG17.3 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Jaxson Dart: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #14 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Jaxson Dart at 79%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Daniel Jones vs Jaxson Dart: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Daniel Jones finished the 2025 season at 17.4 PPG over 13 games with the Indianapolis Colts, while Jaxson Dart clocked in at 17.3 across 14 appearances for the New York Giants. A 0.1-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Jaxson Dart offers meaningful rushing upside with 487 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Daniel Jones (3101 passing yards, 19 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Daniel Jones is off Week 13 and Jaxson Dart Week 8. 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: Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jaxson Dart (age 23) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising.

Did You Know?

•Daniel Jones outscored Jaxson Dart by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaxson Dart played 14 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Jaxson Dart 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.
•Jaxson Dart added 487 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Jaxson Dart is 6 years younger than Daniel Jones (23 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Daniel Jones vs Jaxson Dart: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Daniel Jones	Jaxson Dart
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.4	17.3
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	242
Passing Yards	3,101	2,272
Passing TDs	19	15
Pass Yds/Game	238.5	162.3
Rushing Yards	164	487
Rushing TDs	5	9
Total TDs	24	24
TDs/Game	1.8	1.7
Age	29	23
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 8

Summary

Daniel Jones outscored Jaxson Dart by 0.1 PPG in 2025 (17.4 to 17.3). 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 Jaxson Dart in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Jaxson Dart's 17.3 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 Daniel Jones and Jaxson Dart average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jaxson Dart averaged 17.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Jaxson Dart's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Daniel Jones or Jaxson Dart a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Jaxson Dart 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.