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Alec Pierce vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alec Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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. Xavier Worthy at 6.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Alec Pierce higher, but do not fade Xavier Worthy 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
15
Rec
47
Rec Yds
1,003
Rec TDs
6
Targets
84
Bye
Week 13
WRKansas City Chiefs#99
Xavier Worthy
PPG
6.3
Games
14
Rec
42
Rec Yds
532
Rec TDs
1
Targets
73
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Alec Pierce
Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

10.7 PPG6.3 PPG
15 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Xavier Worthy: 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 Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means Alec Pierce carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alec Pierce vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alec Pierce and Xavier Worthy is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver put up 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Xavier Worthy of the Kansas City Chiefs averaged 6.3 in 14. A 4.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.4 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 Xavier Worthy converted 73 looks into 532 yards and 1 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 Xavier Worthy Week 6. 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. Xavier Worthy 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. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Alec Pierce outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Alec Pierce played 15 games in 2025 compared to Xavier Worthy's 14. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAlec PierceXavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)10.76.3
Games Played1514
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)16188
Receptions4742
Rec/Game3.13.0
Receiving Yards1,003532
Rec Yds/Game66.938.0
Receiving TDs61
Targets8473
Target Share/Game5.65.2
Age2623
Experience3 yrs2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 6

Summary

10.7 PPG for Alec Pierce versus 6.3 for Xavier Worthy 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 Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Alec Pierce has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy average in 2025?

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?

Alec Pierce (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alec Pierce or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Alec Pierce outscored Xavier Worthy by 4.4 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.