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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Hayden Hurst vs Trey McBrideWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Trey McBride over Hayden Hurst in 2026.

Trey McBride averaged 14.9 PPG in 2025 to Hayden Hurst's 3.7, a 11.2 point per game edge. McBride's 126-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR.

The Bottom Line

The gap here is significant. Trey McBride outscored Hayden Hurst by 11.2 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Trey McBride is the clear pick. Hayden Hurst profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end 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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TELos Angeles Chargers#99

Hayden Hurst

PPG

3.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

238

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

TEArizona Cardinals#1PPG LEADER

Trey McBride

PPG

14.9

Games

Rec

126

Rec Yds

1,239

Rec TDs

Targets

169

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Hayden Hurst

Trey McBride

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3.7 PPG14.9 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Hayden Hurst: Unranked TE. Trey McBride: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #1 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Hayden Hurst is producing at 17% of elite pace and Trey McBride at 68%. That ranking gap means Trey McBride carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Hayden Hurst vs Trey McBride: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two tight ends. Trey McBride (Arizona Cardinals) averaged 14.9 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Hayden Hurst (Los Angeles Chargers, 3.7 PPG) by 11.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 11.2 points favors Trey McBride, 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 tight end to the other.

Trey McBride is the volume tight end in this matchup with 126 receptions for 1239 yards, while Hayden Hurst profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (1 scores on 25 catches). In weeks where Hayden Hurst finds the end zone he out-scores Trey McBride, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Hayden Hurst is off Week 5 and Trey McBride Week 14. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Trey McBride is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Hayden Hurst is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Hayden Hurst (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Trey McBride (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Trey McBride outscored Hayden Hurst by a projected 190 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Trey McBride played 17 games in 2025 compared to Hayden Hurst's 14. That durability gap means Trey McBride contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Trey McBride scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Trey McBride saw 169 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Hayden Hurst vs Trey McBride: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Hayden Hurst	Trey McBride
PPG (Half-PPR)	3.7	14.9
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	52	253
Receptions	25	126
Rec/Game	1.8	7.4
Receiving Yards	238	1,239
Rec Yds/Game	17.0	72.9
Receiving TDs	1	11
Targets	35	169
Target Share/Game	2.5	9.9
Age	-	26
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 14

Summary

14.9 PPG for Trey McBride versus 3.7 for Hayden Hurst in 2025. The baseline favors Trey McBride, 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 Hayden Hurst or Trey McBride in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey McBride has the edge at 14.9 PPG compared to Hayden Hurst's 3.7 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 Hayden Hurst and Trey McBride average in 2025?▾

Hayden Hurst averaged 3.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Trey McBride averaged 14.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.2 points per game.

When are Hayden Hurst and Trey McBride's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Hayden Hurst (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Trey McBride (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Hayden Hurst or Trey McBride a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Trey McBride outscored Hayden Hurst by 11.2 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.