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Updated from live statsJayden Daniels or J.J. McCarthyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Jayden Daniels is a Washington Commanders quarterback who averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game across 7 games in 2025. J.J. McCarthy is a Minnesota Vikings quarterback who averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.
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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Jayden Daniels | J.J. McCarthy |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 16.3 | 12.5 |
| Games Played | 7 | 10 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 114 | 125 |
| Passing Yards | 1,262 | 1,632 |
| Passing TDs | 8 | 11 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 180.3 | 163.2 |
| Rushing Yards | 278 | 181 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 4 |
| Total TDs | 10 | 15 |
| TDs/Game | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Age | 25 | 23 |
| Experience | 1 yrs | 1 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Jayden Daniels or J.J. McCarthy in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 and J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5.
Should I draft Jayden Daniels or J.J. McCarthy in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game across 7 games in 2025, and J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 across 10. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy average in 2025?▾
Jayden Daniels averaged 16.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.
When are Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Jayden Daniels (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and J.J. McCarthy (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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