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Updated from live statsJ.J. McCarthy or Kyler MurrayWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
J.J. McCarthy is a Minnesota Vikings quarterback who averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025. Kyler Murray is a Arizona Cardinals quarterback who averaged 15.6 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | J.J. McCarthy | Kyler Murray |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 12.5 | 15.6 |
| Games Played | 10 | 5 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 125 | 78 |
| Passing Yards | 1,632 | 962 |
| Passing TDs | 11 | 6 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 163.2 | 192.4 |
| Rushing Yards | 181 | 173 |
| Rushing TDs | 4 | 1 |
| Total TDs | 15 | 7 |
| TDs/Game | 1.5 | 1.4 |
| Age | 23 | 29 |
| Experience | 1 yrs | 6 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start J.J. McCarthy or Kyler Murray in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Kyler Murray averaged 15.6.
Should I draft J.J. McCarthy or Kyler Murray in 2026 fantasy football?▾
J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025, and Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 across 5. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray average in 2025?▾
J.J. McCarthy averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Kyler Murray averaged 15.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.
When are J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray's bye weeks in 2026?▾
J.J. McCarthy (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Kyler Murray (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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