Jalen Hurts vs Joe Burrow
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
Joe Burrow- Experts agree: consensus rank 44 vs 53
- More points per game: 22.2 vs 16.6
- Better scoring rank so far: QB5 vs QB24
Jalen Hurts and Joe Burrow are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Joe Burrow holds the edge in expert consensus (QB4 to QB5). Joe Burrow typically comes off the board first, around pick 52 (round 5) to Jalen Hurts's pick 58. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jalen Hurts at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus Joe Burrow at 306.
Last season Jalen Hurts carried the heavier workload (99% snap share, 23 touches to Joe Burrow's 17), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Joe Burrow is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP. Jalen Hurts carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hurts | Burrow |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 311 | 306 |
| Points / game | 16.6 | 22.2 |
| Games played | 5 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #53 | #44 |
| ADP | 58 | 52 |
| Scoring rank (season) | QB24 | QB5 |
| Snap share | 99% | 100% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 6 |
| Age | 28 | 29 |
| Bye week | 10 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
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Frequently asked
Should I draft Jalen Hurts or Joe Burrow in 2026?
Joe Burrow is a clear call over Jalen Hurts for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP. Jalen Hurts carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Jalen Hurts or Joe Burrow?
Jalen Hurts carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 306 for Joe Burrow.
Where are Jalen Hurts and Joe Burrow being drafted?
Joe Burrow has an ADP around pick 52 (round 5), while Jalen Hurts goes closer to pick 58 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Jalen Hurts or Joe Burrow?
Expert consensus ranks Joe Burrow (QB4) ahead of Jalen Hurts (QB5) for 2026.
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