Jayden Daniels' fantasy football value declines after injury-plagued season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Jayden Daniels' performance in fantasy football suffered in 2025, averaging 16.8 points per game due to injuries, including a sprained knee and a strained hamstring. After an impressive rookie season where he averaged 20.93 points per game, concerns about his long-term durability arose. Despite these setbacks, analysts suggest Daniels remains a mobile quarterback with significant upside, highlighted by his rushing contributions. Heading into the 2026 season, his draft position remains steady, but competition is high among quarterbacks, and questions linger about his draft viability compared to other options. Managers will need to weigh the risks of drafting him against potential alternatives in upcoming fantasy drafts.
- •Daniels averaged 16.8 points per game in 2025.
- •He dealt with multiple injuries, including a dislocated elbow.
- •His rookie season saw him average 20.93 points per game.
- •Analysts suggest he has top-five QB potential.
- •Fantasy managers must consider his draft cost versus other QBs.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Jayden Daniels’ Fantasy Outlook 2026: True Ability Is Closer To His Rookie Season Than Sophomore Season
"Two years ago, Jayden Daniels was the single best value at quarterback in fantasy football. Last year, Daniels wound up being one of the worst picks you could make.
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