Fantasy Football Expert Justin Edwards looks at the initial Fantasy Football QB rankings and projections for 2023.
“We have a few surprises that sit atop the list. Though the rankings will shift throughout the Summer months, it’s important to keep an eye on fluctuating average draft positions (ADPs) to keep a leg-up on your league mates!”
2023 Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings
*As always, the projections and rankings are courtesy of 4for4’s half-point QB PPR rankings!
# | Player | Team |
1 | Jalen Hurts | Philadelphia Eagles |
2 | Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills |
3 | Patrick Mahomes | Kansas City Chiefs |
4 | Lamar Jackson | Baltimore Ravens |
5 | Joe Burrow | Cincinnati Bengals |
6 | Justin Fields | Chicago Bears |
7 | Trevor Lawrence | Jacksonville Jaguars |
8 | Justin Herbert | Los Angeles Chargers |
9 | Daniel Jones | New York Giants |
10 | Geno Smith | Seattle Seahawks |
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What Stands Out:
Daniel Jones, ranked as a top 10 QB ahead of the 2023 NFL season.
Analysis:
Daniel Jones Rushing Prowess
Daniel Jones finished the 2022 season as fantasy’s QB8 in fantasy points per game (18.1), and the team did what they could to add some more pieces to a receiving group that was lackluster in pure talent.
On top of adding a play-maker that hasn’t quite reached his potential in Parris Campbell, the Giants also used a third-round pick on speedster Jalin Hyatt after taking center John Michael Schmitz earlier in the second round.
Wide receiver room notwithstanding, the real reason Jones is ranked this highly is the sneaky upside he provides with his legs. His 708 rushing yards ranked fifth in the league, while his seven rushing scores were tied for third with big-time running threat Josh Allen.
Per 4for4’s Player Stat Explorer, the Giants’ QB had the third-most scrambles per game (3.4) throughout last season. Jones has a chance to climb even further up these fantasy football quarterback rankings by the time the season kicks off in September.
Who is Daniel Jones?
Daniel Jones is an American football quarterback for the New York Giants in the NFL. He played college football at Duke and was selected sixth overall by the Giants in the 2019 NFL Draft. Known as “Danny Dimes,” he stands 6’5″ tall and weighs 230 lb
Why has Daniel Jones snuck into the top-10 QB rankings?
Daniel Jones has shown promise in his first two seasons as a starter and has the potential to be a breakout fantasy star. His rushing ability gives him added value, and he has a talented group of wide receivers and tight ends to throw to.
Are there any other quarterbacks to look out for in the 2023 fantasy drafts?
In the 2023 fantasy drafts, other quarterbacks to watch out for are Josh Allen, Jalen Hurts, Lamar Jackson, C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young, and Max Duggan.
How often are fantasy football rankings updated?
Fantasy football rankings are updated frequently during the offseason and leading up to the start of the regular season. It’s important to check for the latest updates to make informed decisions.