Daniel Jones
  • Daniel Jones

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  • , New York Giants
  • 27
  • 230 lbs
  • 6' 5"
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Scouting report

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 1 vs. Dallas Cowboys

Daniel Jones had a nice year in 2022, solidifying his status as the starting quarterback, making the playoffs, and earning a nice new contract in the offseason. He also finished as the QB9 in fantasy leagues, largely aided by 708 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground under first-time head coach Brian Daboll. Entering his second season with Daboll at the helm, there’s no reason to think Jones won’t at least continue what he started last year.

He starts 2023 with a tilt against a tough Dallas defense. The Cowboys ranked third in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks last season and feature one of the best pass-rushers in the game in Micah Parsons. Temper expectations for Jones in a tough matchup, but his rushing production should allow him to finish with at least fringe-QB1 numbers.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - 2023 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside
Daniel Jones earned himself a nice new contract with a breakout season in 2022. He finished with career highs in most significant passing categories - aside from touchdown passes - and only threw five interceptions in 16 starts. For the first time in his four-year career, Jones led the Giants to a winning record, including a playoff victory over the Vikings. His rushing production also bloomed, with 708 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground in his first season under Brian Daboll. He finished as the QB9 in fantasy on the year. Jones also has increased weapons around him, including new tight end Darren Waller.

Fantasy Downside
Jones has some limitations in his passing ability and has limited upside on a team that features the run game. While his rushing production raises his floor, he doesn’t seem to have the passing upside that would catapult him into elite fantasy quarterback territory. While Waller is a nice addition, he’ll be 31 years old in September, and Jones is still surrounded by questionable - albeit promising - options at wide receiver.

2023 Bottom Line
Jones is likely to finish right around where he did last year. He was a fringe QB1 option worth starting in most weeks, and that’s how he should be considered again in 2023. He’s actually a bargain in double-digit rounds given his rushing upside and stability as the starter, so fantasy managers wanting to wait on quarterback should look to Jones as a reliable option.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 17 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 vs. Indianapolis Colts

Daniel Jones had a pretty good game last week as a streaming option for plenty of fantasy managers who roster Jalen Hurts. He threw for 334 yards, a touchdown, and a pick, and he added 34 yards on the ground.

Jones has an average matchup this week against the Colts, who rank 16th in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks. He should once again be a solid streaming option for fantasy managers who need to pivot away from Hurts or Derek Carr. We have him ranked as a fringe-starter.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 16 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 at Minnesota Vikings

Daniel Jones didn’t do much against the Commanders last week, passing for just 160 yards and rushing for 35 in a key divisional victory. The Giants need Jones to continue to play reasonably efficient ball to hang on to their playoff spot, as they would be the sixth seed if the season ended today.

Jones is an excellent streaming option in a great matchup this week against Minnesota. The Vikings rank 31st in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks, and have serious question marks in their secondary. Additionally, the Vikings should be able to put up points, meaning the Giants may need to throw to keep up. We have Jones ranked just inside QB1 territory this week.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 15 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 at Washington Commanders

Daniel Jones struggled throwing the ball against the Eagles last week, with only 169 yards and a touchdown. However, he ran for 26 yards and a touchdown and he didn’t throw an interception for the 11th game this season. He has only four interceptions all year and five rushing touchdowns.

Jones has a tough matchup this week against the Commanders, who rank eighth in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks. Jones’ rushing potential will always make him at least worth a dart throw in 2QB leagues, but fantasy managers should look elsewhere in shallower and 1QB formats. He should stay on waivers in most leagues.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Daniel Jones had a modest 200 yards and a touchdown through the air last week against the Commanders, but he added 71 yards on 12 rushes as well, giving him a solid fantasy day overall. Jones now has 522 yards and four touchdowns on the ground and only four interceptions, giving him decent enough fantasy potential in the right matchups.

This week, Jones has a tough matchup against the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks fourth in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks and seems to be getting stronger as the season continues. Jones has upside because of his rushing ability and is worth streaming, but we have him ranked just outside QB1 territory in a tough matchup. Start him as a streamer or a high-end QB2.

by Brandon Niles

NYG QB Daniel Jones - Week 13 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 vs. Washington Commanders

Daniel Jones was mediocre against a tough Dallas defense on Thanksgiving, throwing for 228 yards and a touchdown in a loss. He was held to just 14 yards on three carries, his lowest rushing attempts on the season.

Washington has tightened up defensively and now ranks 13th in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks. Expect another slog for Jones and the Giants in what could be a low-scoring affair. Consider Jones a low-end QB2 option this week.

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