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Updated from live statsAmari Cooper or Jaxon Smith-NjigbaWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Amari Cooper is a Buffalo Bills wide receiver who averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026. Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a Seattle Seahawks wide receiver who averaged 23.4 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Amari Cooper | Jaxon Smith-Njigba |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 11.2 | 23.4 |
| Games Played | 16 | 6 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 179 | 140 |
| Receptions | 65 | 49 |
| Rec/Game | 4.1 | 8.2 |
| Receiving Yards | 782 | 717 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 48.9 | 119.5 |
| Receiving TDs | 4 | 7 |
| Targets | 95 | 66 |
| Target Share/Game | 5.9 | 11.0 |
| Age | - | 24 |
| Experience | - | 3 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 12 | Week 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Amari Cooper or Jaxon Smith-Njigba in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Amari Cooper and Jaxon Smith-Njigba is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Amari Cooper averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 23.4.
Should I draft Amari Cooper or Jaxon Smith-Njigba in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Amari Cooper averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 23.4 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Amari Cooper and Jaxon Smith-Njigba average in 2026?▾
Amari Cooper averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2026. Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 23.4 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 12.2 points per game.
When are Amari Cooper and Jaxon Smith-Njigba's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Amari Cooper (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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