Brock Purdy vs Jalen Hurts
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
Jalen Hurts- Higher projection: 311 vs 303 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 53 vs 94
- More opportunity: 98% snap share, 26 red-zone touches
Brock Purdy and Jalen Hurts are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jalen Hurts holds the edge in expert consensus (QB5 to QB11). Jalen Hurts typically comes off the board first, around pick 59 (round 5) to Brock Purdy's pick 122. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jalen Hurts at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus Brock Purdy at 303.
Last season Jalen Hurts carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 105 touches to Brock Purdy's 33), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jalen Hurts is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Purdy | Hurts |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 303 | 311 |
| Points / game | 20.8 | 19.1 |
| Games played | 9 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #94 | #53 |
| ADP | 122 | 59 |
| Positional rank | QB24 | QB9 |
| Snap share | 98% | 98% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 26 |
| Age | 26 | 28 |
| Bye week | 8 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts in 2026?
Jalen Hurts is a clear call over Brock Purdy for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts?
Jalen Hurts carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 303 for Brock Purdy.
Where are Brock Purdy and Jalen Hurts being drafted?
Jalen Hurts has an ADP around pick 59 (round 5), while Brock Purdy goes closer to pick 122 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts?
Expert consensus ranks Jalen Hurts (QB5) ahead of Brock Purdy (QB11) for 2026.
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