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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce vs Garrett WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Alec Pierce's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Garrett Wilson edges Alec Pierce by 0.9 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, Garrett Wilson 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#22

Alec Pierce

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

WRNew York Jets#16PPG LEADER

Garrett Wilson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

395

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

Garrett Wilson

Head to Head

10.7 PPG11.6 PPG

15 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Alec Pierce is producing at 49% of elite pace and Garrett Wilson at 53%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alec Pierce vs Garrett Wilson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Alec Pierce and Garrett Wilson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 PPG with the Indianapolis Colts across 15 games, and Garrett Wilson posted 11.6 with the New York Jets in 7.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Alec Pierce turned 84 targets into 1003 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Garrett Wilson converted 59 looks into 395 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 13 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Garrett Wilson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Garrett Wilson outscored Alec Pierce by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alec Pierce played 15 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Alec Pierce contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Alec Pierce scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Alec Pierce saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 13 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Garrett Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	Garrett Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	11.6
Games Played	15	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	81
Receptions	47	36
Rec/Game	3.1	5.1
Receiving Yards	1,003	395
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	56.4
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	84	59
Target Share/Game	5.6	8.4
Age	26	25
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 13

Summary

Garrett Wilson outscored Alec Pierce by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (11.6 to 10.7). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Alec Pierce or Garrett Wilson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Alec Pierce'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 Garrett Wilson average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Alec Pierce and Garrett Wilson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Alec Pierce and Garrett Wilson share a Week 13 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Alec Pierce or Garrett Wilson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Garrett Wilson outscored Alec Pierce by 0.9 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.