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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown or Kyren WilliamsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over A.J. Brown in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to A.J. Brown's 12.1, a 2.3 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at RB and WR. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, A.J. Brown is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kyren Williams (14.4 PPG) is the higher-floor play. A.J. Brown (12.1 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#12

A.J. Brown

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

121

Bye

Week 10

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

12.1 PPG14.4 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB in most league formats.

A.J. Brown vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

Comparing A.J. Brown (WR, Philadelphia Eagles) against Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Kyren Williams posted 14.4 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

A.J. Brown has his bye in Week 10, Kyren Williams in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Kyren Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored A.J. Brown by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to A.J. Brown's 15. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•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 Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	14.4
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	245
Rushing Yards	0	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	73.6
Rushing TDs	0	10
Receptions	78	36
Receiving Yards	1,003	281
Targets	121	50
Total TDs	7	13
Age	29	26
Experience	6 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyren Williams holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.4 points per game. A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start A.J. Brown or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to A.J. Brown's 12.1 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.

Should I draft A.J. Brown or Kyren Williams in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Kyren Williams's 14.4 fantasy points per game against A.J. Brown's 12.1 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did A.J. Brown and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are A.J. Brown and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.