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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce vs DJ MooreWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to DJ Moore's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy play this season.

Alec Pierce is the better play on a neutral week. 10.7 PPG with 1,003 yards gives a reliable baseline. DJ Moore at 8.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Alec Pierce higher, but do not fade DJ Moore entirely.

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

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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

WRChicago Bears#41

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

DJ Moore

Head to Head

10.7 PPG8.7 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Alec Pierce is producing at 49% of elite pace and DJ Moore at 40%. That ranking gap means Alec Pierce carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alec Pierce vs DJ Moore: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alec Pierce and DJ Moore is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver put up 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; DJ Moore of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.7 in 17. A 2.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.0 points favors Alec Pierce, 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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Alec Pierce turned 84 targets into 1003 yards and 6 touchdowns, while DJ Moore converted 85 looks into 682 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Alec Pierce is off Week 13 and DJ Moore 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. DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Alec Pierce outscored DJ Moore by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alec Pierce's 15. That durability gap means DJ Moore contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•DJ Moore saw 85 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs DJ Moore: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	DJ Moore
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	8.7
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	148
Receptions	47	50
Rec/Game	3.1	2.9
Receiving Yards	1,003	682
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	40.1
Receiving TDs	6	6
Targets	84	85
Target Share/Game	5.6	5.0
Age	26	29
Experience	3 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

10.7 PPG for Alec Pierce versus 8.7 for DJ Moore in 2025. The baseline favors Alec Pierce, 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 Alec Pierce or DJ Moore in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alec Pierce has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.7 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 DJ Moore average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and DJ Moore's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Alec Pierce or DJ Moore a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce outscored DJ Moore by 2.0 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.