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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Rush vs Daniel JonesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 17.4 PPG to Cooper Rush's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Daniel Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Daniel Jones is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 17.4 PPG and 3,265 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Cooper Rush (11.1 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Daniel Jones as the starter and Cooper Rush as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBDallas Cowboys#99

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

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

Cooper Rush

Daniel Jones

Head to Head

11.1 PPG17.4 PPG

10 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Rush: 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, Cooper Rush is producing at 50% 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.

Cooper Rush vs Daniel Jones: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Daniel Jones (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games in 2025, outscoring Cooper Rush (Dallas Cowboys, 11.1 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 6.3-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. Cooper Rush threw for 1985 yards and 12 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: Cooper Rush is off Week 7 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. Cooper Rush is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Cooper Rush (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 Cooper Rush by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Daniel Jones played 13 games in 2025 compared to Cooper Rush's 10. That durability gap means Daniel Jones contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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

Cooper Rush vs Daniel Jones: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Rush	Daniel Jones
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	17.4
Games Played	10	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	226
Passing Yards	1,985	3,101
Passing TDs	12	19
Pass Yds/Game	198.5	238.5
Rushing Yards	28	164
Rushing TDs	0	5
Total TDs	12	24
TDs/Game	1.2	1.8
Age	-	29
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 13

Summary

Daniel Jones outscored Cooper Rush by 6.3 PPG in 2025 (17.4 to 11.1). 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 Cooper Rush or Daniel Jones in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Daniel Jones has the edge at 17.4 PPG compared to Cooper Rush's 11.1 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 Cooper Rush and Daniel Jones average in 2025?▾

Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Daniel Jones averaged 17.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are Cooper Rush and Daniel Jones's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cooper Rush (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Daniel Jones (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cooper Rush or Daniel Jones a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Daniel Jones outscored Cooper Rush by 6.3 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.