Daniel Jones vs Jacoby Brissett
Two quarterbacks fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
Daniel Jones- Higher projection: 224 vs 160 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 139 vs 186
- More points per game: 18.0 vs 16.8
Daniel Jones and Jacoby Brissett are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Daniel Jones holds the edge in expert consensus (QB24 to QB27). Daniel Jones typically comes off the board first, around pick 200 (round 17) to Jacoby Brissett's pick 243. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Daniel Jones at 224 PPR points (13.1 per game) versus Jacoby Brissett at 160.
Last season Daniel Jones carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 45 touches to Jacoby Brissett's 38), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Daniel Jones is the younger option (age 29), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Daniel Jones is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jones | Brissett |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 224 | 160 |
| Points / game | 18.0 | 16.8 |
| Games played | 13 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #139 | #186 |
| ADP | 200 | 243 |
| Positional rank | QB17 | QB16 |
| Snap share | 91% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 5 |
| Age | 29 | 33 |
| Bye week | 13 | 14 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Daniel Jones or Jacoby Brissett.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Daniel Jones or Jacoby Brissett in 2026?
Daniel Jones is a clear call over Jacoby Brissett for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Daniel Jones or Jacoby Brissett?
Daniel Jones carries the higher 2026 projection at 224 PPR points (13.1 per game), compared with 160 for Jacoby Brissett.
Where are Daniel Jones and Jacoby Brissett being drafted?
Daniel Jones has an ADP around pick 200 (round 17), while Jacoby Brissett goes closer to pick 243 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Daniel Jones or Jacoby Brissett?
Expert consensus ranks Daniel Jones (QB24) ahead of Jacoby Brissett (QB27) for 2026.
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