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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Amari Cooper vs Rome OdunzeWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Amari Cooper is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Rome Odunze's 10.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Amari Cooper is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Amari Cooper edges Rome Odunze 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, Amari Cooper 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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WRBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Amari Cooper

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

782

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

WRChicago Bears#28

Rome Odunze

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

661

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Amari Cooper

Rome Odunze

Head to Head

11.2 PPG10.3 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Amari Cooper: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Rome Odunze: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Amari Cooper is producing at 51% of elite pace and Rome Odunze at 47%. That ranking gap means Rome Odunze carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Amari Cooper vs Rome Odunze: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Amari Cooper finished the 2025 season at 11.2 PPG over 16 games with the Buffalo Bills, while Rome Odunze clocked in at 10.3 across 12 appearances for the Chicago Bears. A 0.9-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Amari Cooper turned 95 targets into 782 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Rome Odunze converted 90 looks into 661 yards and 6 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 Rome Odunze Week 10. 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

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: Amari Cooper (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Rome Odunze (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Amari Cooper outscored Rome Odunze by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Amari Cooper played 16 games in 2025 compared to Rome Odunze's 12. That durability gap means Amari Cooper contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rome Odunze scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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 Rome Odunze: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Amari Cooper	Rome Odunze
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	10.3
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	179	124
Receptions	65	44
Rec/Game	4.1	3.7
Receiving Yards	782	661
Rec Yds/Game	48.9	55.1
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	95	90
Target Share/Game	5.9	7.5
Age	-	24
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Amari Cooper holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.2 points per game. Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Amari Cooper or Rome Odunze in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Amari Cooper has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Rome Odunze's 10.3 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 Amari Cooper and Rome Odunze average in 2025?▾

Amari Cooper averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Amari Cooper and Rome Odunze's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Amari Cooper (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Rome Odunze (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Amari Cooper or Rome Odunze a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Amari Cooper outscored Rome Odunze 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.