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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Daniel Jones vs Trevor Lawrence

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

Trevor Lawrence is the better play on a neutral week. 19.9 PPG with 4,366 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 Trevor Lawrence 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

QBJacksonville Jaguars#5PPG LEADER

Trevor Lawrence

PPG

19.9

Games

Pass Yds

4,007

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

359

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Daniel Jones

Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

17.4 PPG19.9 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Daniel Jones is producing at 79% of elite pace and Trevor Lawrence at 90%. That ranking gap means Trevor Lawrence carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Daniel Jones vs Trevor Lawrence: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Daniel Jones and Trevor Lawrence is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback put up 17.4 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 19.9 in 17. A 2.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.5 points favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 Trevor Lawrence posted 4007 yards and 29 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 Trevor Lawrence 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

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: Daniel Jones (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Trevor Lawrence (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Trevor Lawrence outscored Daniel Jones by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Daniel Jones's 13. That durability gap means Trevor Lawrence contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Trevor Lawrence scored 38 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Trevor Lawrence added 359 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatJonesLawrence

PPG (Half-PPR)17.419.9

Games Played1317

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)226338

Passing Yards3,1014,007

Passing TDs1929

Pass Yds/Game238.5235.7

Rushing Yards164359

Rushing TDs59

Total TDs2438

TDs/Game1.82.2

Age2826

Experience6 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 8

Summary

19.9 PPG for Trevor Lawrence versus 17.4 for Daniel Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Trevor Lawrence, 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 Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 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 Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?▾

Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are Daniel Jones and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Daniel Jones or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Trevor Lawrence outscored Daniel Jones by 2.5 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.