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Fantasy Football Counselor on Jalen Hurts

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I don't have to pay a Josh Allen premium. And I get a quarterback that's got the rushing upside. ... If I'm looking at a quarterback to anchor my team with an ace with, it's Jalen Hurts.
Mentioned at 3:20 – 3:51

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Hurts is a top QB target for his rushing upside and value over Josh Allen

JJ Zachariason identifies Jalen Hurts as his key quarterback target to anchor a fantasy team, citing his rushing upside and the ability to avoid paying the premium associated with Josh Allen. Despite the departure of AJ Brown, Zachariason believes Mekhi Lemon and Dallas Goedert provide sufficient support.

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