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Hayden Hurst or Michael MayerWho 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. Michael Mayer is a Las Vegas Raiders tight end who averaged 7.8 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
TELas Vegas Raiders#15 TE
Michael Mayer
PPG
7.8
Games
6
Rec
28
Rec Yds
266
Rec TDs
1
Targets
34
Bye
Week 13

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Hayden Hurst vs Michael Mayer: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatHayden HurstMichael Mayer
PPG (Half-PPR)3.77.8
Games Played146
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)5247
Receptions2528
Rec/Game1.84.7
Receiving Yards238266
Rec Yds/Game17.044.3
Receiving TDs11
Targets3534
Target Share/Game2.55.7
Age-25
Experience-3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 13

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Hayden Hurst or Michael Mayer in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Hayden Hurst and Michael Mayer 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 Michael Mayer averaged 7.8.

Should I draft Hayden Hurst or Michael Mayer in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026, and Michael Mayer averaged 7.8 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 Michael Mayer average in 2026?▾

Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2026. Michael Mayer averaged 7.8 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 4.1 points per game.

When are Hayden Hurst and Michael Mayer's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Hayden Hurst (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Michael Mayer (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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