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Daniel Jones vs Shedeur SandersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 17.4 PPG and 3,265 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Shedeur Sanders (10.6 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Daniel Jones as the starter and Shedeur Sanders as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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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
QBCleveland Browns#40
Shedeur Sanders
PPG
10.6
Games
8
Pass Yds
1,400
Pass TDs
7
Rush Yds
169
Rush TDs
1
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Daniel Jones
Shedeur Sanders

Head to Head

17.4 PPG10.6 PPG
13 GP8 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Shedeur Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Shedeur Sanders at 48%. That ranking gap means Daniel Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Daniel Jones vs Shedeur Sanders: The Full Breakdown

Daniel Jones and Shedeur Sanders are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback averaged 17.4 PPG in 2025, a full 6.8 points per game ahead of Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 with the Cleveland Browns. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

Daniel Jones carries a 6.8-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. Daniel Jones threw for 3101 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Shedeur Sanders posted 1400 yards and 7 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Daniel Jones has his bye in Week 13, and Shedeur Sanders rests in Week 11. 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

If you can acquire Daniel Jones at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Shedeur Sanders is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Shedeur Sanders (age 24) 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 Shedeur Sanders by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Daniel Jones played 13 games in 2025 compared to Shedeur Sanders's 8. 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.
  • Shedeur Sanders is 5 years younger than Daniel Jones (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Daniel Jones vs Shedeur Sanders: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDaniel JonesShedeur Sanders
PPG (Half-PPR)17.410.6
Games Played138
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)22685
Passing Yards3,1011,400
Passing TDs197
Pass Yds/Game238.5175.0
Rushing Yards164169
Rushing TDs51
Total TDs248
TDs/Game1.81.0
Age2924
Experience6 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Daniel Jones holds the PPG edge with solid output at 17.4 points per game. Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 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 Daniel Jones or Shedeur Sanders in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Shedeur Sanders's 10.6 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 Daniel Jones and Shedeur Sanders average in 2025?

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Shedeur Sanders averaged 10.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Shedeur Sanders's bye weeks in 2026?

Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Shedeur Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Daniel Jones or Shedeur Sanders a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Daniel Jones outscored Shedeur Sanders by 6.8 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.

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