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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Adonai Mitchell vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tory Horton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Adonai Mitchell's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tory Horton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tory Horton edges Adonai Mitchell by 0.6 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Tory Horton goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRIndianapolis Colts#99

Adonai Mitchell

PPG

7.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

558

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRSeattle Seahawks#46PPG LEADER

Tory Horton

PPG

8.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

161

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Adonai Mitchell

Tory Horton

Head to Head

7.8 PPG8.4 PPG

16 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Adonai Mitchell: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Adonai Mitchell is producing at 35% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Tory Horton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Adonai Mitchell vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Adonai Mitchell finished the 2025 season at 7.8 PPG over 16 games with the Indianapolis Colts, while Tory Horton clocked in at 8.4 across 7 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks. A 0.6-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Target volume is the story here. Adonai Mitchell saw 68 targets in 2025, while Tory Horton drew 22. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Adonai Mitchell, even in weeks where Tory Horton posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Adonai Mitchell is off Week 14 and Tory Horton Week 11. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Adonai Mitchell (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tory Horton outscored Adonai Mitchell by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Adonai Mitchell played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. That durability gap means Adonai Mitchell contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tory Horton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Adonai Mitchell saw 68 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Adonai Mitchell vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Adonai Mitchell	Tory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.8	8.4
Games Played	16	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	125	59
Receptions	42	13
Rec/Game	2.6	1.9
Receiving Yards	558	161
Rec Yds/Game	34.9	23.0
Receiving TDs	3	5
Targets	68	22
Target Share/Game	4.3	3.1
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

Tory Horton outscored Adonai Mitchell by 0.6 PPG in 2025 (8.4 to 7.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Adonai Mitchell or Tory Horton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tory Horton has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Adonai Mitchell's 7.8 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 Adonai Mitchell and Tory Horton average in 2025?▾

Adonai Mitchell averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Adonai Mitchell and Tory Horton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Adonai Mitchell (IND) has a bye in Week 14, and Tory Horton (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Adonai Mitchell or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tory Horton outscored Adonai Mitchell by 0.6 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.