Sam Darnold
SEA QB | Age 29
Overall #126Value 394Sell
The risk signal is elevated: AI model spread is 40.
Dynasty Player Comparison
Sam Darnold vs Ted Hurst
Should you prefer Sam Darnold or Ted Hurst in dynasty? Compare long-term value, Superflex and 1QB pricing, AI consensus, position rank, age, recent market movement, and fit for contenders versus rebuilders.
Updated Sep 1, 2026
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Sam Darnold vs Ted Hurst comparison matrix
Current Dynasty Spec values
| Category | Sam Darnold | Ted Hurst |
|---|---|---|
| Dynasty Value | 394 | 370 |
| Superflex Value | 551 | 352 |
| 1QB Value | 394 | 370 |
| Overall Rank | #126 | #164 |
| Position Rank | #22 | #68 |
| AI Consensus | 475 | 436 |
| Age | 29 | 22 |
| Recent Movement | Up 3 spots this week | Up 3 spots this week |
| Team | SEA | TB |
Dynasty Spec Verdict
Sam Darnold has the current edge
More Valuable
Sam Darnold
Contender Fit
Sam Darnold
Rebuilder Fit
Ted Hurst
Value Gap
24
Sam Darnold is the more valuable dynasty asset over Ted Hurst by current Dynasty Spec value. The gap is small enough that roster fit can decide the deal.
The gap is small enough that roster fit can decide the deal.
Case for Sam Darnold
Why choose Sam Darnold over Ted Hurst?
Sam Darnold is a SEA QB (age 29) with Dynasty Spec rank #126 and QB rank #22. The AI consensus rank #126 with score 475, High Disagreement, and up 3 spots this week point to a volatile dynasty profile. Market-adjusted profile balances prime age window, role security, and recent production signal.
Sam Darnold's team context is SEA at QB. Depth chart: QB1. Roster status: Active. Latest imported season: 2025, 249.39 PPR points and 14.67 fantasy points per game. Projection snapshot: 2026 267.47 projected PPR points.
Market signal: Up 3 spots this week
Case for Ted Hurst
Why choose Ted Hurst over Sam Darnold?
Ted Hurst is a TB WR (age 22) with Dynasty Spec rank #164 and WR rank #68. The AI consensus rank #164 with score 436, High Disagreement, and up 3 spots this week point to a volatile dynasty profile. mid-round draft capital to TB gives Ted Hurst rookie-draft relevance at WR.
Ted Hurst's team context is TB at WR. Depth chart: LWR4. Roster status: Active. No imported recent stat line is available in the current snapshot. Projection snapshot: 2026 148.9 projected PPR points.
Market signal: Up 3 spots this week
Sam Darnold vs Ted Hurst FAQs
Who is more valuable, Sam Darnold or Ted Hurst?
Sam Darnold is more valuable by current Dynasty Spec value. Sam Darnold is the more valuable dynasty asset over Ted Hurst by current Dynasty Spec value. The gap is small enough that roster fit can decide the deal.
Who fits contenders better, Sam Darnold or Ted Hurst?
Sam Darnold is the better contender fit because the profile carries stronger near-term lineup value after position, age, and market value are weighed.
Who fits rebuilders better, Sam Darnold or Ted Hurst?
Ted Hurst is the better rebuild fit because the profile has stronger long-term liquidity, age insulation, or format leverage.
Is the gap between Sam Darnold and Ted Hurst worth a pick?
The gap is small enough that roster fit can decide the deal.
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