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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce vs Courtland SuttonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Courtland Sutton's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Alec Pierce edges Courtland Sutton by 0.0 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, Alec Pierce 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#22PPG LEADER

Alec Pierce

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

WRDenver Broncos#21

Courtland Sutton

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,017

Rec TDs

Targets

124

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

Courtland Sutton

Head to Head

10.7 PPG10.7 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Courtland Sutton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #21 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Alec Pierce is producing at 49% of elite pace and Courtland Sutton at 49%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alec Pierce vs Courtland Sutton: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Alec Pierce finished the 2025 season at 10.7 PPG over 15 games with the Indianapolis Colts, while Courtland Sutton clocked in at 10.7 across 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos. A 0.0-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. Courtland Sutton saw 124 targets in 2025, while Alec Pierce drew 84. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Courtland Sutton, even in weeks where Alec Pierce posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Alec Pierce is off Week 13 and Courtland Sutton Week 10. 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: Alec Pierce (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Courtland Sutton (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Alec Pierce outscored Courtland Sutton by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Courtland Sutton played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alec Pierce's 15. That durability gap means Courtland Sutton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Courtland Sutton scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Courtland Sutton saw 124 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Alec Pierce is 4 years younger than Courtland Sutton (26 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Courtland Sutton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	Courtland Sutton
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	10.7
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	182
Receptions	47	74
Rec/Game	3.1	4.4
Receiving Yards	1,003	1,017
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	59.8
Receiving TDs	6	7
Targets	84	124
Target Share/Game	5.6	7.3
Age	26	30
Experience	3 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Alec Pierce holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.7 points per game. Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 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 Alec Pierce or Courtland Sutton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alec Pierce has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Courtland Sutton's 10.7 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 Alec Pierce and Courtland Sutton average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and Courtland Sutton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Courtland Sutton (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alec Pierce or Courtland Sutton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce outscored Courtland Sutton by 0.0 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.