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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Dak Prescott vs Jalen Hurts

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jalen Hurts is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jalen Hurts edges Dak Prescott by 0.3 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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QBDallas Cowboys#9

Dak Prescott

PPG

18.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,552

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

177

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 9

The Edge Chart

Dak Prescott

Jalen Hurts

Head to Head

18.5 PPG18.8 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Dak Prescott: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #9 at the position). Jalen Hurts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Dak Prescott is producing at 84% of elite pace and Jalen Hurts at 85%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dak Prescott vs Jalen Hurts: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Dak Prescott finished the 2025 season at 18.5 PPG over 17 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Jalen Hurts clocked in at 18.8 across 16 appearances for the Philadelphia Eagles. A 0.3-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 Dak Prescott (4552 passing yards, 30 touchdowns). In games where the passing matchup looks ugly, that rushing production can be the entire difference on a start/sit call.

One scheduling note: Dak Prescott is off Week 10 and Jalen Hurts Week 9. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in quarterback for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Dak Prescott (age 32) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year. 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 Dak Prescott by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dak Prescott played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jalen Hurts's 16. That durability gap means Dak Prescott 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.
•Jalen Hurts is 5 years younger than Dak Prescott (27 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatPrescottHurts

PPG (Half-PPR)18.518.8

Games Played1716

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)315301

Passing Yards4,5523,224

Passing TDs3025

Pass Yds/Game267.8201.5

Rushing Yards177421

Rushing TDs28

Total TDs3233

TDs/Game1.92.1

Age3227

Experience9 yrs5 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 9

Summary

Jalen Hurts outscored Dak Prescott by 0.3 PPG in 2025 (18.8 to 18.5). 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 Dak Prescott or Jalen Hurts in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jalen Hurts has the edge at 18.8 PPG compared to Dak Prescott's 18.5 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 Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts average in 2025?▾

Dak Prescott averaged 18.5 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 0.3 points per game.

When are Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dak Prescott (DAL) has a bye in Week 10, and Jalen Hurts (PHI) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dak Prescott or Jalen Hurts a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jalen Hurts outscored Dak Prescott by 0.3 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.