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Should I start Deshaun Watson or Jalen Hurts this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Deshaun Watson

+14.2 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Deshaun Watson over Jalen Hurts for Week 7 Standard: 14.2 projected points versus 0.0.

  • Deshaun Watson: 11.5 FP recent scoring average.
  • Jalen Hurts: IR; 13.3 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup lift against DAL.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Deshaun Watson
Why this pick?

Deshaun Watson

Fortified14.2
ESPN14.2
Sleeper13.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Deshaun Watson faces TEN in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 11.5 fantasy points.

Jalen Hurts

Fortified0.0
ESPN0.0
Sleeper0.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Jalen Hurts faces DAL in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 13.3 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 3.75%. IR

Deshaun Watson projects for 14.2 points in standard scoring, 14.2 more than Jalen Hurts. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 10:03 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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