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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Ja'Marr ChaseWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ja'Marr Chase is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.7 PPG to Amon-Ra St. Brown's 15.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ja'Marr Chase is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Ja'Marr Chase edges Amon-Ra St. Brown by 0.1 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, Ja'Marr Chase 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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WRDetroit Lions#4

Amon-Ra St. Brown

PPG

15.6

Games

Rec

117

Rec Yds

1,401

Rec TDs

Targets

172

Bye

Week 6

WRCincinnati Bengals#3PPG LEADER

Ja'Marr Chase

PPG

15.7

Games

Rec

125

Rec Yds

1,412

Rec TDs

Targets

185

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Amon-Ra St. Brown

Ja'Marr Chase

Head to Head

15.6 PPG15.7 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Amon-Ra St. Brown: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #4 at the position). Ja'Marr Chase: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #3 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Amon-Ra St. Brown is producing at 71% of elite pace and Ja'Marr Chase at 71%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Ja'Marr Chase: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Amon-Ra St. Brown finished the 2025 season at 15.6 PPG over 17 games with the Detroit Lions, while Ja'Marr Chase clocked in at 15.7 across 16 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 0.1-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. Amon-Ra St. Brown turned 172 targets into 1401 yards and 11 touchdowns, while Ja'Marr Chase converted 185 looks into 1412 yards and 8 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Amon-Ra St. Brown (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Ja'Marr Chase (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ja'Marr Chase outscored Amon-Ra St. Brown by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Amon-Ra St. Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ja'Marr Chase's 16. 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.
•Ja'Marr Chase saw 185 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Ja'Marr Chase: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Amon-Ra St. Brown	Ja'Marr Chase
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.6	15.7
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	265	251
Receptions	117	125
Rec/Game	6.9	7.8
Receiving Yards	1,401	1,412
Rec Yds/Game	82.4	88.3
Receiving TDs	11	8
Targets	172	185
Target Share/Game	10.1	11.6
Age	26	26
Experience	4 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Ja'Marr Chase holds the PPG edge with solid output at 15.7 points per game. Amon-Ra St. Brown averaged 15.6 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 Amon-Ra St. Brown or Ja'Marr Chase in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ja'Marr Chase has the edge at 15.7 PPG compared to Amon-Ra St. Brown's 15.6 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 Ja'Marr Chase average in 2025?▾

Amon-Ra St. Brown averaged 15.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ja'Marr Chase averaged 15.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

Do Amon-Ra St. Brown and Ja'Marr Chase share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Amon-Ra St. Brown and Ja'Marr Chase share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Amon-Ra St. Brown or Ja'Marr Chase a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ja'Marr Chase outscored Amon-Ra St. Brown by 0.1 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.