Jayden Daniels 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
Jayden Daniels- Higher projection: 309 vs 283 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 58 vs 112
- More points per game: 16.8 vs 16.2
Jayden Daniels and Kyler Murray are a common 2026 draft-day decision at quarterback. Jayden Daniels holds the edge in expert consensus (QB6 to QB17). Jayden Daniels typically comes off the board first, around pick 66 (round 6) to Kyler Murray's pick 152. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jayden Daniels at 309 PPR points (18.2 per game) versus Kyler Murray at 283.
Last season Jayden Daniels carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 58 touches to Kyler Murray's 29), 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, Jayden Daniels is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Daniels | Murray |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 309 | 283 |
| Points / game | 16.8 | 16.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #58 | #112 |
| ADP | 66 | 152 |
| Positional rank | QB34 | QB38 |
| Snap share | 91% | 99% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 3 |
| Age | 25 | 29 |
| Bye week | 7 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jayden Daniels or Kyler Murray.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jayden Daniels or Kyler Murray in 2026?
Jayden Daniels is a clear call over Kyler Murray for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jayden Daniels or Kyler Murray?
Jayden Daniels carries the higher 2026 projection at 309 PPR points (18.2 per game), compared with 283 for Kyler Murray.
Where are Jayden Daniels and Kyler Murray being drafted?
Jayden Daniels has an ADP around pick 66 (round 6), while Kyler Murray goes closer to pick 152 (round 13).
Who is ranked higher, Jayden Daniels or Kyler Murray?
Expert consensus ranks Jayden Daniels (QB6) ahead of Kyler Murray (QB17) for 2026.
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