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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Rush vs Kyler MurrayWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.6 PPG to Cooper Rush's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyler Murray is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyler Murray is the better play on a neutral week. 15.6 PPG with 1,135 yards gives a reliable baseline. Cooper Rush at 11.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyler Murray higher, but do not fade Cooper Rush entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBDallas Cowboys#99

Cooper Rush

PPG

11.1

Games

Pass Yds

1,985

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 7

QBArizona Cardinals#22PPG LEADER

Kyler Murray

PPG

15.6

Games

Pass Yds

962

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

173

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Cooper Rush

Kyler Murray

Head to Head

11.1 PPG15.6 PPG

10 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Rush: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Kyler Murray: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Cooper Rush is producing at 50% of elite pace and Kyler Murray at 71%. That ranking gap means Kyler Murray carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cooper Rush vs Kyler Murray: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Cooper Rush and Kyler Murray is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys quarterback put up 11.1 PPG in 2025 over 10 games; Kyler Murray of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 15.6 in 5. A 4.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.5 points favors Kyler Murray, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Cooper Rush threw for 1985 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Kyler Murray posted 962 yards and 6 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Cooper Rush has his bye in Week 7, and Kyler Murray rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyler Murray is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Cooper Rush is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cooper Rush (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Kyler Murray (age 28) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

•Kyler Murray outscored Cooper Rush by a projected 77 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cooper Rush played 10 games in 2025 compared to Kyler Murray's 5. That durability gap means Cooper Rush contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cooper Rush scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Rush vs Kyler Murray: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Rush	Kyler Murray
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	15.6
Games Played	10	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	78
Passing Yards	1,985	962
Passing TDs	12	6
Pass Yds/Game	198.5	192.4
Rushing Yards	28	173
Rushing TDs	0	1
Total TDs	12	7
TDs/Game	1.2	1.4
Age	-	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 14

Summary

15.6 PPG for Kyler Murray versus 11.1 for Cooper Rush in 2025. The baseline favors Kyler Murray, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cooper Rush or Kyler Murray in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyler Murray has the edge at 15.6 PPG compared to Cooper Rush's 11.1 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 Cooper Rush and Kyler Murray average in 2025?▾

Cooper Rush averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 4.5 points per game.

When are Cooper Rush and Kyler Murray's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cooper Rush (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Kyler Murray (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cooper Rush or Kyler Murray a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Kyler Murray outscored Cooper Rush by 4.5 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.