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Updated from live statsJalon Daniels or J.J. McCarthyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Jalon Daniels is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback who averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026. J.J. McCarthy is a Minnesota Vikings quarterback who averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.
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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Jalon Daniels | J.J. McCarthy |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 8.7 | 12.5 |
| Games Played | 4 | 10 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 35 | 125 |
| Passing Yards | 501 | 1,632 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 11 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 125.3 | 163.2 |
| Rushing Yards | 126 | 181 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 4 |
| Total TDs | 3 | 15 |
| TDs/Game | 0.8 | 1.5 |
| Age | 23 | 23 |
| Experience | - | 1 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 10 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Jalon Daniels or J.J. McCarthy in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Jalon Daniels and J.J. McCarthy is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jalon Daniels averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game in 2026 and J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5.
Should I draft Jalon Daniels or J.J. McCarthy in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Jalon Daniels averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026, and J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 across 10. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Jalon Daniels and J.J. McCarthy average in 2026?▾
Jalon Daniels averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2026. J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.
When are Jalon Daniels and J.J. McCarthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Jalon Daniels (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and J.J. McCarthy (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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