Jalen Hurts vs Jaxson Dart
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 297 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 53 vs 100
- More points per game: 19.1 vs 17.6
Jalen Hurts and Jaxson Dart are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jalen Hurts holds the edge in expert consensus (QB5 to QB13). Jalen Hurts typically comes off the board first, around pick 59 (round 5) to Jaxson Dart's pick 98. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Jalen Hurts at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus Jaxson Dart at 297.
Last season Jalen Hurts carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 105 touches to Jaxson Dart's 86), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jaxson Dart is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. 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 | Hurts | Dart |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 311 | 297 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 17.6 |
| Games played | 16 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #53 | #100 |
| ADP | 59 | 98 |
| Positional rank | QB9 | QB14 |
| Snap share | 98% | 76% |
| Red-zone touches | 26 | 21 |
| Age | 28 | 23 |
| Bye week | 10 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jalen Hurts or Jaxson Dart.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jalen Hurts or Jaxson Dart in 2026?
Jalen Hurts is a clear call over Jaxson Dart for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jalen Hurts or Jaxson Dart?
Jalen Hurts carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 297 for Jaxson Dart.
Where are Jalen Hurts and Jaxson Dart being drafted?
Jalen Hurts has an ADP around pick 59 (round 5), while Jaxson Dart goes closer to pick 98 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Jalen Hurts or Jaxson Dart?
Expert consensus ranks Jalen Hurts (QB5) ahead of Jaxson Dart (QB13) for 2026.
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