Jalen Hurts

Jalen Hurts enters the 2026 fantasy season still looking like a strong QB1, but the market has cooled a bit after a less explosive 2025 and some questions about how the Eagles’ offense will look under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. Even so, he remains one of the safest dual-threat quarterbacks in fantasy because his rushing ability and goal-line role keep his weekly floor high.

The biggest reason to still believe in Hurts is the rushing production that separates him from most pocket passers. Recent 2026 projections still have him near the top of the quarterback pool, with forecasts ranging from about QB2 to QB6 and fantasy-point totals that keep him firmly in starter territory.

There is a little more uncertainty around the passing game than fantasy managers would like, especially with the offense expected to lean more on motion, play-action, and a refreshed receiving setup. That makes Hurts less of a lock to finish as the overall QB1 than he was in some earlier seasons, but it also means his draft price has become more attractive relative to his ceiling.

The bottom line: Hurts is still a confident pick if you want a quarterback who can win weeks with both his arm and legs, and he remains especially appealing in one-QB leagues if he falls into the middle rounds. If you already roster him, there is no reason to panic—his combination of rushing volume, touchdown upside, and stable starting job still makes him a fantasy anchor for 2026.