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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jalen Hurts vs Jameis WinstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jalen Hurts is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.8 PPG to Jameis Winston's 10.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jalen Hurts is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jalen Hurts outscored Jameis Winston by 7.9 PPG in 2025 with 33 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jalen Hurts is the clear pick. Jameis Winston profiles as a matchup-dependent quarterback who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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QBPhiladelphia Eagles#7PPG LEADER

Jalen Hurts

PPG

18.8

Games

Pass Yds

3,224

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

421

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

QBCleveland Browns#99

Jameis Winston

PPG

10.9

Games

Pass Yds

2,125

Pass TDs

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jalen Hurts

Jameis Winston

Head to Head

18.8 PPG10.9 PPG

16 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jalen Hurts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #7 at the position). Jameis Winston: Tier 5 (Deep League) QB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jalen Hurts is producing at 85% of elite pace and Jameis Winston at 50%. That ranking gap means Jalen Hurts carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jalen Hurts vs Jameis Winston: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two quarterbacks. Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) averaged 18.8 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Jameis Winston (Cleveland Browns, 10.9 PPG) by 7.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 7.9 points favors Jalen Hurts, 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.

Jalen Hurts offers meaningful rushing upside with 421 yards on the ground in 2025, which separates his floor from a pocket passer like Jameis Winston (2125 passing yards, 13 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking quarterbacks this deep on your bench, plan your replacement quarterback early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jalen Hurts is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jameis Winston is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jalen Hurts (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jameis Winston (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 Jameis Winston by a projected 134 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jalen Hurts played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jameis Winston's 10. That durability gap means Jalen Hurts 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

Jalen Hurts vs Jameis Winston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jalen Hurts	Jameis Winston
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.8	10.9
Games Played	16	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	301	109
Passing Yards	3,224	2,125
Passing TDs	25	13
Pass Yds/Game	201.5	212.5
Rushing Yards	421	45
Rushing TDs	8	1
Total TDs	33	14
TDs/Game	2.1	1.4
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

18.8 PPG for Jalen Hurts versus 10.9 for Jameis Winston in 2025. The baseline favors Jalen Hurts, 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 Jalen Hurts or Jameis Winston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jalen Hurts has the edge at 18.8 PPG compared to Jameis Winston's 10.9 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 Jalen Hurts and Jameis Winston average in 2025?▾

Jalen Hurts averaged 18.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jameis Winston averaged 10.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 7.9 points per game.

Do Jalen Hurts and Jameis Winston share a bye week?▾

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

Is Jalen Hurts or Jameis Winston a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jalen Hurts outscored Jameis Winston by 7.9 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.