Drake Maye 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
Drake Maye- Higher projection: 321 vs 311 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 36 vs 53
- More points per game: 21.2 vs 19.1
Drake Maye and Jalen Hurts are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Drake Maye holds the edge in expert consensus (QB3 to QB5). Drake Maye typically comes off the board first, around pick 49 (round 5) to Jalen Hurts's pick 59. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Drake Maye at 321 PPR points (18.9 per game) versus Jalen Hurts at 311.
Last season Jalen Hurts carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 105 touches to Drake Maye's 104), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Drake Maye is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Drake Maye is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Maye | Hurts |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 321 | 311 |
| Points / game | 21.2 | 19.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #36 | #53 |
| ADP | 49 | 59 |
| Positional rank | QB2 | QB9 |
| Snap share | 97% | 98% |
| Red-zone touches | 19 | 26 |
| Age | 24 | 28 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Drake Maye or Jalen Hurts.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Drake Maye or Jalen Hurts in 2026?
Drake Maye is a clear call over Jalen Hurts for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Drake Maye or Jalen Hurts?
Drake Maye carries the higher 2026 projection at 321 PPR points (18.9 per game), compared with 311 for Jalen Hurts.
Where are Drake Maye and Jalen Hurts being drafted?
Drake Maye has an ADP around pick 49 (round 5), while Jalen Hurts goes closer to pick 59 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Drake Maye or Jalen Hurts?
Expert consensus ranks Drake Maye (QB3) ahead of Jalen Hurts (QB5) for 2026.
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