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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk or Cade OttonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Brandon Aiyuk over Cade Otton in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 to Cade Otton's 6.2, a 5.6 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Brandon Aiyuk (11.8 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Cade Otton (6.2 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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WRSan Francisco 49ersPPG LEADER

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TETampa Bay Buccaneers#29

Cade Otton

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

572

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Cade Otton

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11.8 PPG6.2 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Unranked WR. Cade Otton: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #29 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. An Unranked WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE in most league formats.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Cade Otton: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Brandon Aiyuk (WR, San Francisco 49ers) against Cade Otton (TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 over 13 games, while Cade Otton posted 6.2 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Brandon Aiyuk has his bye in Week 9, Cade Otton in Week 10. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Brandon Aiyuk at a discount because your league-mates undervalue wide receiver production, do it. Cade Otton is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Brandon Aiyuk (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Cade Otton (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored Cade Otton by a projected 95 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cade Otton played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means Cade Otton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brandon Aiyuk scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Brandon Aiyuk saw 82 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brandon Aiyuk vs Cade Otton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Cade Otton
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	6.2
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	93
Receptions	58	59
Rec/Game	4.5	3.9
Receiving Yards	762	572
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	38.1
Receiving TDs	5	1
Targets	82	81
Target Share/Game	6.3	5.4
Age	-	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brandon Aiyuk holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.8 points per game. Cade Otton averaged 6.2 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 Brandon Aiyuk or Cade Otton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Cade Otton's 6.2 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.

Should I draft Brandon Aiyuk or Cade Otton in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 fantasy points per game against Cade Otton's 6.2 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Brandon Aiyuk and Cade Otton average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Cade Otton averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Cade Otton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and Cade Otton (TB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.