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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bo Nix vs Jalen HurtsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jalen Hurts is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.8 PPG to Bo Nix's 17.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jalen Hurts is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jalen Hurts edges Bo Nix by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jalen Hurts goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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QBDenver Broncos#11

Bo Nix

PPG

17.9

Games

Pass Yds

3,931

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

356

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBPhiladelphia Eagles#7PPG LEADER

Jalen Hurts

PPG

18.8

Games

Pass Yds

3,224

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

421

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Bo Nix

Jalen Hurts

Head to Head

17.9 PPG18.8 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Bo Nix: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #11 at the position). Jalen Hurts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Bo Nix is producing at 81% of elite pace and Jalen Hurts at 85%. That ranking gap means Jalen Hurts carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bo Nix vs Jalen Hurts: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Bo Nix finished the 2025 season at 17.9 PPG over 17 games with the Denver Broncos, while Jalen Hurts clocked in at 18.8 across 16 appearances for the Philadelphia Eagles. A 0.9-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Jalen Hurts offers meaningful rushing upside with 421 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Bo Nix (3931 passing yards, 25 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at quarterback for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Bo Nix (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jalen Hurts (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Jalen Hurts outscored Bo Nix by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bo Nix played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jalen Hurts's 16. That durability gap means Bo Nix contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jalen Hurts scored 33 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
•Jalen Hurts added 421 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bo Nix vs Jalen Hurts: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bo Nix	Jalen Hurts
PPG (Half-PPR)	17.9	18.8
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	304	301
Passing Yards	3,931	3,224
Passing TDs	25	25
Pass Yds/Game	231.2	201.5
Rushing Yards	356	421
Rushing TDs	5	8
Total TDs	30	33
TDs/Game	1.8	2.1
Age	26	27
Experience	1 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Jalen Hurts outscored Bo Nix by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (18.8 to 17.9). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bo Nix or Jalen Hurts in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jalen Hurts has the edge at 18.8 PPG compared to Bo Nix's 17.9 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Bo Nix and Jalen Hurts average in 2025?▾

Bo Nix averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jalen Hurts averaged 18.8 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Bo Nix and Jalen Hurts share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Bo Nix and Jalen Hurts share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at quarterback for that week.

Is Bo Nix or Jalen Hurts a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jalen Hurts outscored Bo Nix by 0.9 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.