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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jalen Hurts vs Jared Goff

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 Jared Goff by 1.3 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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QBPhiladelphia Eagles#7PPG LEADER

Jalen Hurts

PPG

18.8

Games

Pass Yds

3,224

Pass TDs

Rush Yds

421

Rush TDs

Bye

Week 9

QBDetroit Lions#12

Jared Goff

PPG

17.5

Games

Pass Yds

4,564

Pass TDs

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jalen Hurts

Jared Goff

Head to Head

18.8 PPG17.5 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jalen Hurts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #7 at the position). Jared Goff: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) QB (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Jalen Hurts is producing at 85% of elite pace and Jared Goff at 80%. That ranking gap means Jalen Hurts carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jalen Hurts vs Jared Goff: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jalen Hurts finished the 2025 season at 18.8 PPG over 16 games with the Philadelphia Eagles, while Jared Goff clocked in at 17.5 across 17 appearances for the Detroit Lions. A 1.3-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 Jared Goff (4564 passing yards, 34 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: Jalen Hurts is off Week 9 and Jared Goff Week 8. 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: Jalen Hurts (age 27) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Jared Goff (age 31) is on the back end of his prime. Strong now, but dynasty value declines year over year.

Did You Know?

•Jalen Hurts outscored Jared Goff by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jared Goff played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jalen Hurts's 16. That durability gap means Jared Goff contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jared Goff scored 34 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.0 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 4 years younger than Jared Goff (27 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatHurtsGoff

PPG (Half-PPR)18.817.5

Games Played1617

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)301298

Passing Yards3,2244,564

Passing TDs2534

Pass Yds/Game201.5268.5

Rushing Yards42145

Rushing TDs80

Total TDs3334

TDs/Game2.12.0

Age2731

Experience5 yrs9 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 9Week 8

Summary

Jalen Hurts outscored Jared Goff by 1.3 PPG in 2025 (18.8 to 17.5). 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 Jalen Hurts or Jared Goff in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jalen Hurts has the edge at 18.8 PPG compared to Jared Goff's 17.5 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 Jalen Hurts and Jared Goff average in 2025?▾

Jalen Hurts averaged 18.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jared Goff averaged 17.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Jalen Hurts and Jared Goff's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jalen Hurts (PHI) has a bye in Week 9, and Jared Goff (DET) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jalen Hurts or Jared Goff a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?▾

Jalen Hurts outscored Jared Goff by 1.3 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.