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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jayden Daniels vs Joe FlaccoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jayden Daniels is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.3 PPG to Joe Flacco's 11.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Daniels is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jayden Daniels outscored Joe Flacco by 5.0 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jayden Daniels is the clear pick. Joe Flacco profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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QBWashington Commanders#17PPG LEADER

Jayden Daniels

PPG

16.3

Games

Pass Yds

1,262

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

278

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 7

QBCincinnati Bengals#37

Joe Flacco

PPG

11.3

Games

Pass Yds

2,479

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jayden Daniels

Joe Flacco

Head to Head

16.3 PPG11.3 PPG

7 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jayden Daniels: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #17 at the position). Joe Flacco: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #37 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jayden Daniels is producing at 74% of elite pace and Joe Flacco at 51%. That ranking gap means Jayden Daniels carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jayden Daniels vs Joe Flacco: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jayden Daniels and Joe Flacco for your lineup, you are not alone. Jayden Daniels finished the 2025 season at 16.3 PPG for the Washington Commanders (7 games), and Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 for the Cincinnati Bengals (13 games).

That 5.0-point weekly advantage for Jayden Daniels is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jayden Daniels threw for 1262 yards and 8 touchdowns, while Joe Flacco posted 2479 yards and 15 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jayden Daniels sits Week 7 while Joe Flacco is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jayden Daniels is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Joe Flacco is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jayden Daniels (age 25) is in the early stages of his career with 5+ years of starter-caliber upside. His dynasty value is rising. Joe Flacco (age 41) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jayden Daniels outscored Joe Flacco by a projected 85 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Flacco played 13 games in 2025 compared to Jayden Daniels's 7. That durability gap means Joe Flacco contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Flacco scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jayden Daniels is 16 years younger than Joe Flacco (25 vs 41), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jayden Daniels vs Joe Flacco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jayden Daniels	Joe Flacco
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.3	11.3
Games Played	7	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	114	147
Passing Yards	1,262	2,479
Passing TDs	8	15
Pass Yds/Game	180.3	190.7
Rushing Yards	278	35
Rushing TDs	2	1
Total TDs	10	16
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	25	41
Experience	1 yrs	17 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jayden Daniels at 16.3 PPG, 5.0 points per game above Joe Flacco's 11.3. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jayden Daniels or Joe Flacco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jayden Daniels has the edge at 16.3 PPG compared to Joe Flacco's 11.3 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 Jayden Daniels and Joe Flacco average in 2025?▾

Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Joe Flacco averaged 11.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 5.0 points per game.

When are Jayden Daniels and Joe Flacco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jayden Daniels (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Joe Flacco (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jayden Daniels or Joe Flacco a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jayden Daniels outscored Joe Flacco by 5.0 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.