Daniel Jones vs Kyler Murray
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
Kyler Murray- Higher projection: 283 vs 224 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 111 vs 139
- More points per game: 11.1 vs 10.2
Daniel Jones and Kyler Murray are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Kyler Murray holds the edge in expert consensus (QB17 to QB24). Kyler Murray typically comes off the board first, around pick 151 (round 13) to Daniel Jones's pick 200. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Kyler Murray at 283 PPR points (16.7 per game) versus Daniel Jones at 224.
Last season Kyler Murray carried the heavier workload (80% snap share, 25 touches to Daniel Jones's 21), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Kyler Murray is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jones | Murray |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 224 | 283 |
| Points / game | 10.2 | 11.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #139 | #111 |
| ADP | 200 | 151 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB28 | QB30 |
| Snap share | 100% | 80% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 4 |
| Age | 29 | 29 |
| Bye week | 13 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Daniel Jones or Kyler Murray.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Daniel Jones or Kyler Murray in 2026?
Kyler Murray is a clear call over Daniel Jones for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Daniel Jones or Kyler Murray?
Kyler Murray carries the higher 2026 projection at 283 PPR points (16.7 per game), compared with 224 for Daniel Jones.
Where are Daniel Jones and Kyler Murray being drafted?
Kyler Murray has an ADP around pick 151 (round 13), while Daniel Jones goes closer to pick 200 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Daniel Jones or Kyler Murray?
Expert consensus ranks Kyler Murray (QB17) ahead of Daniel Jones (QB24) for 2026.
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