Jalen Hurts vs Jayden Daniels
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 309 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 53 vs 58
- More points per game: 19.1 vs 16.8
Jalen Hurts and Jayden Daniels are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jalen Hurts holds the edge in expert consensus (QB5 to QB6). Jalen Hurts typically comes off the board first, around pick 59 (round 5) to Jayden Daniels's pick 66. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jalen Hurts at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus Jayden Daniels at 309.
Last season Jalen Hurts carried the heavier workload (98% snap share, 105 touches to Jayden Daniels's 58), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jayden Daniels is the younger option (age 25), 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 | Daniels |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 311 | 309 |
| Points / game | 19.1 | 16.8 |
| Games played | 16 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #53 | #58 |
| ADP | 59 | 66 |
| Positional rank | QB9 | QB34 |
| Snap share | 98% | 91% |
| Red-zone touches | 26 | 6 |
| Age | 28 | 25 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
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 Jayden Daniels.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jalen Hurts or Jayden Daniels in 2026?
Jalen Hurts is a clear call over Jayden Daniels for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jalen Hurts or Jayden Daniels?
Jalen Hurts carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 309 for Jayden Daniels.
Where are Jalen Hurts and Jayden Daniels being drafted?
Jalen Hurts has an ADP around pick 59 (round 5), while Jayden Daniels goes closer to pick 66 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, Jalen Hurts or Jayden Daniels?
Expert consensus ranks Jalen Hurts (QB5) ahead of Jayden Daniels (QB6) for 2026.
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