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Hayden Hurst or Juwan JohnsonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Hayden Hurst is a Los Angeles Chargers tight end who averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026. Juwan Johnson is a New Orleans Saints tight end who averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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TELos Angeles Chargers
Hayden Hurst
PPG
3.7
Games
14
Rec
25
Rec Yds
238
Rec TDs
1
Targets
35
Bye
Week 5
TENew Orleans Saints#10 TE
Juwan Johnson
PPG
8.9
Games
6
Rec
25
Rec Yds
248
Rec TDs
3
Targets
34
Bye
Week 8

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Hayden Hurst vs Juwan Johnson: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatHayden HurstJuwan Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)3.78.9
Games Played146
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)5253
Receptions2525
Rec/Game1.84.2
Receiving Yards238248
Rec Yds/Game17.041.3
Receiving TDs13
Targets3534
Target Share/Game2.55.7
Age-30
Experience-6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Hayden Hurst or Juwan Johnson in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Hayden Hurst and Juwan Johnson is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9.

Should I draft Hayden Hurst or Juwan Johnson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026, and Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Hayden Hurst and Juwan Johnson average in 2026?▾

Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2026. Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Hayden Hurst and Juwan Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Hayden Hurst (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Juwan Johnson (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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