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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Aidan O'Connell vs Daniel JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Aidan O'Connell's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.6-PPG advantage is real (17.4 to 12.8), and Daniel Jones's 24 touchdowns show scoring upside. Aidan O'Connell is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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QBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Aidan O'Connell

PPG

12.8

Games

Pass Yds

2,650

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBIndianapolis Colts#13PPG LEADER

Daniel Jones

PPG

17.4

Games

Pass Yds

3,101

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

164

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Aidan O'Connell

Daniel Jones

Head to Head

12.8 PPG17.4 PPG

13 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Aidan O'Connell: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Daniel Jones: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Aidan O'Connell is producing at 58% of elite pace and Daniel Jones at 79%. That ranking gap means Daniel Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aidan O'Connell vs Daniel Jones: The Full Breakdown

Aidan O'Connell and Daniel Jones are both viable fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Aidan O'Connell averaged 12.8 PPG across 13 games with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Daniel Jones posted 17.4 PPG in 13 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts.

A 4.6-PPG gap gives Daniel Jones the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Aidan O'Connell threw for 2650 yards and 16 touchdowns, while Daniel Jones posted 3101 yards and 19 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

One scheduling note: Aidan O'Connell is off Week 10 and Daniel Jones Week 13. 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

If you can acquire Daniel Jones at a discount because your league-mates undervalue quarterback production, do it. Aidan O'Connell is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Aidan O'Connell (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Daniel Jones (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Daniel Jones outscored Aidan O'Connell by a projected 78 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Daniel Jones scored 24 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aidan O'Connell vs Daniel Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aidan O'Connell	Daniel Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	17.4
Games Played	13	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	166	226
Passing Yards	2,650	3,101
Passing TDs	16	19
Pass Yds/Game	203.8	238.5
Rushing Yards	68	164
Rushing TDs	0	5
Total TDs	16	24
TDs/Game	1.2	1.8
Age	-	29
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

Daniel Jones outscored Aidan O'Connell by 4.6 PPG in 2025 (17.4 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aidan O'Connell or Daniel Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Aidan O'Connell's 12.8 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 Aidan O'Connell and Daniel Jones average in 2025?▾

Aidan O'Connell averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 4.6 points per game.

When are Aidan O'Connell and Daniel Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aidan O'Connell (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aidan O'Connell or Daniel Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Aidan O'Connell by 4.6 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.