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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Spencer RattlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 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. Spencer Rattler (11.0 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Daniel Jones as the starter and Spencer Rattler 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

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

QBNew Orleans Saints#38

Spencer Rattler

PPG

11.0

Games

Pass Yds

1,586

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

167

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Spencer Rattler

Head to Head

17.4 PPG11.0 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Spencer Rattler: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Spencer Rattler at 50%. That ranking gap means Daniel Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Daniel Jones vs Spencer Rattler: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Daniel Jones (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games in 2025, outscoring Spencer Rattler (New Orleans Saints, 11.0 PPG) by 6.4 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Daniel Jones carries a 6.4-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 Spencer Rattler posted 1586 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: Daniel Jones is off Week 13 and Spencer Rattler 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

If you can acquire Daniel Jones at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Spencer Rattler 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. Spencer Rattler (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?

•Daniel Jones outscored Spencer Rattler by a projected 109 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Daniel Jones played 13 games in 2025 compared to Spencer Rattler's 9. 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.
•Spencer Rattler is 4 years younger than Daniel Jones (25 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Daniel Jones vs Spencer Rattler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Daniel Jones	Spencer Rattler
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.4	11.0
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	99
Passing Yards	3,101	1,586
Passing TDs	19	8
Pass Yds/Game	238.5	176.2
Rushing Yards	164	167
Rushing TDs	5	0
Total TDs	24	8
TDs/Game	1.8	0.9
Age	29	25
Experience	6 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Daniel Jones holds the PPG edge with solid output at 17.4 points per game. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 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 Spencer Rattler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Spencer Rattler's 11.0 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 Spencer Rattler average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Spencer Rattler averaged 11.0 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 6.4 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Spencer Rattler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Spencer Rattler (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Daniel Jones or Spencer Rattler a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Spencer Rattler by 6.4 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.