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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown vs Calvin RidleyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

A.J. Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Calvin Ridley's 10.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

A.J. Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

A.J. Brown is the better play on a neutral week. 12.1 PPG with 1,003 yards gives a reliable baseline. Calvin Ridley at 10.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft A.J. Brown higher, but do not fade Calvin Ridley entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#12PPG LEADER

A.J. Brown

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

121

Bye

Week 10

WRTennessee Titans#99

Calvin Ridley

PPG

10.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

785

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Calvin Ridley

Head to Head

12.1 PPG10.0 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Calvin Ridley: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, A.J. Brown is producing at 55% of elite pace and Calvin Ridley at 45%. That ranking gap means A.J. Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

A.J. Brown vs Calvin Ridley: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between A.J. Brown and Calvin Ridley is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver put up 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Calvin Ridley of the Tennessee Titans averaged 10.0 in 16. A 2.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.1 points favors A.J. Brown, 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 wide receiver to the other.

Target volume is the story here. A.J. Brown saw 121 targets in 2025, while Calvin Ridley drew 95. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for A.J. Brown, even in weeks where Calvin Ridley posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: A.J. Brown sits Week 10 while Calvin Ridley is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: A.J. Brown (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Calvin Ridley (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•A.J. Brown outscored Calvin Ridley by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Calvin Ridley played 16 games in 2025 compared to A.J. Brown's 15. That durability gap means Calvin Ridley contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•A.J. Brown scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•A.J. Brown saw 121 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

A.J. Brown vs Calvin Ridley: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Calvin Ridley
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	10.0
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	160
Receptions	78	58
Rec/Game	5.2	3.6
Receiving Yards	1,003	785
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	49.1
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	121	95
Target Share/Game	8.1	5.9
Age	28	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 5

Summary

12.1 PPG for A.J. Brown versus 10.0 for Calvin Ridley in 2025. The baseline favors A.J. Brown, 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 A.J. Brown or Calvin Ridley in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, A.J. Brown has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Calvin Ridley's 10.0 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 A.J. Brown and Calvin Ridley average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Calvin Ridley averaged 10.0 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are A.J. Brown and Calvin Ridley's bye weeks in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Calvin Ridley (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is A.J. Brown or Calvin Ridley a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown outscored Calvin Ridley by 2.1 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.