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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs DK MetcalfWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Amon-Ra St. Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.6 PPG to DK Metcalf's 10.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Amon-Ra St. Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Amon-Ra St. Brown outscored DK Metcalf by 5.1 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Amon-Ra St. Brown is the clear pick. DK Metcalf 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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WRDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Amon-Ra St. Brown

PPG

15.6

Games

Rec

117

Rec Yds

1,401

Rec TDs

Targets

172

Bye

Week 6

WRPittsburgh Steelers#25

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Amon-Ra St. Brown

DK Metcalf

Head to Head

15.6 PPG10.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Amon-Ra St. Brown: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #4 at the position). DK Metcalf: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Amon-Ra St. Brown is producing at 71% of elite pace and DK Metcalf at 48%. That ranking gap means Amon-Ra St. Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs DK Metcalf: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Amon-Ra St. Brown and DK Metcalf is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Detroit Lions wide receiver put up 15.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; DK Metcalf of the Pittsburgh Steelers averaged 10.5 in 15. A 5.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.1 points favors Amon-Ra St. Brown, 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.

Target volume is the story here. Amon-Ra St. Brown saw 172 targets in 2025, while DK Metcalf drew 99. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Amon-Ra St. Brown, even in weeks where DK Metcalf posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Amon-Ra St. Brown is off Week 6 and DK Metcalf Week 9. 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

Amon-Ra St. Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. DK Metcalf is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Amon-Ra St. Brown (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DK Metcalf (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Amon-Ra St. Brown outscored DK Metcalf by a projected 87 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Amon-Ra St. Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to DK Metcalf's 15. That durability gap means Amon-Ra St. Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Amon-Ra St. Brown scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Amon-Ra St. Brown saw 172 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs DK Metcalf: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Amon-Ra St. Brown	DK Metcalf
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.6	10.5
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	265	158
Receptions	117	59
Rec/Game	6.9	3.9
Receiving Yards	1,401	850
Rec Yds/Game	82.4	56.7
Receiving TDs	11	6
Targets	172	99
Target Share/Game	10.1	6.6
Age	26	28
Experience	4 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 9

Summary

15.6 PPG for Amon-Ra St. Brown versus 10.5 for DK Metcalf in 2025. The baseline favors Amon-Ra St. Brown, 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 Amon-Ra St. Brown or DK Metcalf in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Amon-Ra St. Brown has the edge at 15.6 PPG compared to DK Metcalf's 10.5 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 Amon-Ra St. Brown and DK Metcalf average in 2025?▾

Amon-Ra St. Brown averaged 15.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.1 points per game.

When are Amon-Ra St. Brown and DK Metcalf's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Amon-Ra St. Brown or DK Metcalf a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Amon-Ra St. Brown outscored DK Metcalf by 5.1 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.