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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Will LevisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Will Levis's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones is the better play on a neutral week. 17.4 PPG with 3,265 yards gives a reliable baseline. Will Levis at 13.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Daniel Jones higher, but do not fade Will Levis entirely.

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

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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

QBTennessee Titans#99

Will Levis

PPG

13.2

Games

Pass Yds

2,780

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

245

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Will Levis

Head to Head

17.4 PPG13.2 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Will Levis: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Will Levis at 60%. That ranking gap means Daniel Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Daniel Jones vs Will Levis: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Daniel Jones and Will Levis is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback put up 17.4 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Will Levis of the Tennessee Titans averaged 13.2 in 14. A 4.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.2 points favors Daniel Jones, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Daniel Jones threw for 3101 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Will Levis posted 2780 yards and 17 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 Will Levis Week 5. 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

Daniel Jones is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Will Levis is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Will Levis (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Daniel Jones outscored Will Levis by a projected 71 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Will Levis played 14 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Will Levis 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Daniel Jones vs Will Levis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Daniel Jones	Will Levis
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.4	13.2
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	185
Passing Yards	3,101	2,780
Passing TDs	19	17
Pass Yds/Game	238.5	198.6
Rushing Yards	164	245
Rushing TDs	5	3
Total TDs	24	20
TDs/Game	1.8	1.4
Age	29	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 5

Summary

17.4 PPG for Daniel Jones versus 13.2 for Will Levis in 2025. The baseline favors Daniel Jones, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Daniel Jones or Will Levis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Will Levis's 13.2 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 Will Levis average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Will Levis averaged 13.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Will Levis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Will Levis (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Daniel Jones or Will Levis a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Will Levis by 4.2 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.