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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce vs Jayden HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 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. Jayden Higgins at 6.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Alec Pierce higher, but do not fade Jayden Higgins 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

WRHouston Texans#99

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

Jayden Higgins

Head to Head

10.7 PPG6.4 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Jayden Higgins: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Alec Pierce is producing at 49% of elite pace and Jayden Higgins at 29%. That ranking gap means Alec Pierce carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alec Pierce vs Jayden Higgins: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alec Pierce and Jayden Higgins is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver put up 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Jayden Higgins of the Houston Texans averaged 6.4 in 17. A 4.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.3 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 Jayden Higgins converted 68 looks into 525 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 Jayden Higgins Week 14. 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

Alec Pierce is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jayden Higgins is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Alec Pierce (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Alec Pierce outscored Jayden Higgins by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alec Pierce's 15. That durability gap means Jayden Higgins 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Jayden Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	Jayden Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	6.4
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	109
Receptions	47	41
Rec/Game	3.1	2.4
Receiving Yards	1,003	525
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	30.9
Receiving TDs	6	6
Targets	84	68
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.0
Age	26	23
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 14

Summary

10.7 PPG for Alec Pierce versus 6.4 for Jayden Higgins 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 Jayden Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alec Pierce has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 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 Jayden Higgins average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and Jayden Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Jayden Higgins (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alec Pierce or Jayden Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce outscored Jayden Higgins by 4.3 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.