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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jayden Daniels vs Justin FieldsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jayden Daniels is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.3 PPG to Justin Fields's 15.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Daniels is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jayden Daniels and Justin Fields are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

QBNew York Jets#20

Justin Fields

PPG

15.9

Games

Pass Yds

1,259

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

383

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Jayden Daniels

Justin Fields

Head to Head

16.3 PPG15.9 PPG

7 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jayden Daniels: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #17 at the position). Justin Fields: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jayden Daniels is producing at 74% of elite pace and Justin Fields at 72%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jayden Daniels vs Justin Fields: The Full Breakdown

Jayden Daniels (16.3 PPG) and Justin Fields (15.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two quarterbacks are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Jayden Daniels played 7 games for the Washington Commanders; Justin Fields suited up 9 times for the New York Jets.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Jayden Daniels threw for 1262 yards and 8 touchdowns, while Justin Fields posted 1259 yards and 7 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 Justin Fields is off Week 13. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. 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. Justin Fields (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Jayden Daniels outscored Justin Fields by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Justin Fields played 9 games in 2025 compared to Jayden Daniels's 7. That durability gap means Justin Fields contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Justin Fields scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Justin Fields added 383 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jayden Daniels vs Justin Fields: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jayden Daniels	Justin Fields
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.3	15.9
Games Played	7	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	114	143
Passing Yards	1,262	1,259
Passing TDs	8	7
Pass Yds/Game	180.3	139.9
Rushing Yards	278	383
Rushing TDs	2	4
Total TDs	10	11
TDs/Game	1.4	1.2
Age	25	27
Experience	1 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jayden Daniels at 16.3 PPG, 0.4 points per game above Justin Fields's 15.9. 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 Justin Fields in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jayden Daniels has the edge at 16.3 PPG compared to Justin Fields's 15.9 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 Justin Fields average in 2025?▾

Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Justin Fields averaged 15.9 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Jayden Daniels and Justin Fields's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jayden Daniels (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Justin Fields (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jayden Daniels or Justin Fields a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jayden Daniels outscored Justin Fields by 0.4 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.