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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Matthew Stafford

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Matthew Stafford is the better fantasy play this season.

Matthew Stafford is the better play on a neutral week. 20.6 PPG with 4,708 yards gives a reliable baseline. Daniel Jones at 17.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Matthew Stafford higher, but do not fade Daniel Jones entirely.

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

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QBIndianapolis Colts#13

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 11

QBLos Angeles Rams#3PPG LEADER

Matthew Stafford

PPG

20.6

Games

Pass Yds

4,707

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Matthew Stafford

Head to Head

17.4 PPG20.6 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Matthew Stafford: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #3 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Matthew Stafford at 94%. That ranking gap means Matthew Stafford carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Daniel Jones vs Matthew Stafford: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Daniel Jones and Matthew Stafford is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback put up 17.4 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams averaged 20.6 in 17. A 3.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.2 points favors Matthew Stafford, 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 Matthew Stafford posted 4707 yards and 46 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 11 and Matthew Stafford Week 8. 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

Matthew Stafford is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Daniel Jones is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Daniel Jones (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Matthew Stafford (age 38) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Matthew Stafford outscored Daniel Jones by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Matthew Stafford played 17 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Matthew Stafford contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Matthew Stafford scored 46 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Daniel Jones is 10 years younger than Matthew Stafford (28 vs 38), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatJonesStafford

PPG (Half-PPR)17.420.6

Games Played1317

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)226350

Passing Yards3,1014,707

Passing TDs1946

Pass Yds/Game238.5276.9

Rushing Yards1641

Rushing TDs50

Total TDs2446

TDs/Game1.82.7

Age2838

Experience6 yrs16 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 8

Summary

20.6 PPG for Matthew Stafford versus 17.4 for Daniel Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Matthew Stafford, 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 Matthew Stafford in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Matthew Stafford has the edge at 20.6 PPG compared to Daniel Jones's 17.4 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 Matthew Stafford average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Matthew Stafford averaged 20.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Matthew Stafford's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 11, and Matthew Stafford (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Daniel Jones or Matthew Stafford a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Matthew Stafford outscored Daniel Jones 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.