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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Amari Cooper vs Elic AyomanorWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Amari Cooper is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Amari Cooper is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Amari Cooper outscored Elic Ayomanor by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 4 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Amari Cooper is the clear pick. Elic Ayomanor profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Amari Cooper

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

782

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

WRTennessee Titans#99

Elic Ayomanor

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

515

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Amari Cooper

Elic Ayomanor

Head to Head

11.2 PPG6.0 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Amari Cooper: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Amari Cooper is producing at 51% of elite pace and Elic Ayomanor at 27%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Amari Cooper vs Elic Ayomanor: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Amari Cooper and Elic Ayomanor is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Buffalo Bills wide receiver put up 11.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Elic Ayomanor of the Tennessee Titans averaged 6.0 in 16. A 5.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.2 points favors Amari Cooper, 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. Amari Cooper turned 95 targets into 782 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Elic Ayomanor converted 89 looks into 515 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Amari Cooper is off Week 12 and Elic Ayomanor Week 5. 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

Amari Cooper is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Elic Ayomanor is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Amari Cooper (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Amari Cooper outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Amari Cooper scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Amari Cooper saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Amari Cooper vs Elic Ayomanor: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Amari Cooper	Elic Ayomanor
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	6.0
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	179	96
Receptions	65	41
Rec/Game	4.1	2.6
Receiving Yards	782	515
Rec Yds/Game	48.9	32.2
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	95	89
Target Share/Game	5.9	5.6
Age	-	22
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 5

Summary

11.2 PPG for Amari Cooper versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor in 2025. The baseline favors Amari Cooper, 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 Amari Cooper or Elic Ayomanor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Amari Cooper has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 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 Amari Cooper and Elic Ayomanor average in 2025?▾

Amari Cooper averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Amari Cooper and Elic Ayomanor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Amari Cooper (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Amari Cooper or Elic Ayomanor a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Amari Cooper outscored Elic Ayomanor by 5.2 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.