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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

A.J. Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

The gap here is significant. A.J. Brown outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, A.J. Brown is the clear pick. Tyler Lockett profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

12.1 PPG6.9 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Tyler Lockett: 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 Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means A.J. Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

A.J. Brown vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between A.J. Brown and Tyler Lockett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver put up 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Tyler Lockett of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 6.9 in 15. A 5.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.2 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 Tyler Lockett drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for A.J. Brown, even in weeks where Tyler Lockett posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

A.J. Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: A.J. Brown (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•A.J. Brown outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

A.J. Brown vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	6.9
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	104
Receptions	78	48
Rec/Game	5.2	3.2
Receiving Yards	1,003	548
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	36.5
Receiving TDs	7	2
Targets	121	72
Target Share/Game	8.1	4.8
Age	28	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

12.1 PPG for A.J. Brown versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, A.J. Brown has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

Do A.J. Brown and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both A.J. Brown and Tyler Lockett share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is A.J. Brown or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.2 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.