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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Anthony Richardson vs Jayden Daniels

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Anthony Richardson is the better fantasy play this season.

Anthony Richardson is the better play on a neutral week. 19.5 PPG with 3,298 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jayden Daniels at 16.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Anthony Richardson higher, but do not fade Jayden Daniels entirely.

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

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QBIndianapolis Colts#99PPG LEADER

Anthony Richardson

PPG

19.5

Games

Pass Yds

2,718

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

580

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

QBWashington Commanders#17

Jayden Daniels

PPG

16.3

Games

Pass Yds

1,262

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

278

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Anthony Richardson

Jayden Daniels

Head to Head

19.5 PPG16.3 PPG

13 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Anthony Richardson: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Jayden Daniels: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #17 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Anthony Richardson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Jayden Daniels at 74%. That ranking gap means Jayden Daniels carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Anthony Richardson vs Jayden Daniels: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Anthony Richardson and Jayden Daniels is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback put up 19.5 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders averaged 16.3 in 7. A 3.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.2 points favors Anthony Richardson, 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.

Anthony Richardson offers meaningful rushing upside with 580 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Jayden Daniels (1262 passing yards, 8 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Anthony Richardson is off Week 14 and Jayden Daniels Week 12. 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

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

•Anthony Richardson outscored Jayden Daniels by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Anthony Richardson played 13 games in 2025 compared to Jayden Daniels's 7. That durability gap means Anthony Richardson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Anthony Richardson scored 25 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Anthony Richardson added 580 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRichardsonDaniels

PPG (Half-PPR)19.516.3

Games Played137

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)254114

Passing Yards2,7181,262

Passing TDs188

Pass Yds/Game209.1180.3

Rushing Yards580278

Rushing TDs72

Total TDs2510

TDs/Game1.91.4

Age-25

Experience-1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 12

Summary

19.5 PPG for Anthony Richardson versus 16.3 for Jayden Daniels in 2025. The baseline favors Anthony Richardson, 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 Anthony Richardson or Jayden Daniels in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Anthony Richardson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Jayden Daniels's 16.3 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 Anthony Richardson and Jayden Daniels average in 2025?▾

Anthony Richardson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Anthony Richardson and Jayden Daniels's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson (IND) has a bye in Week 14, and Jayden Daniels (WAS) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Anthony Richardson or Jayden Daniels a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Anthony Richardson outscored Jayden Daniels by 3.2 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.