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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk vs DJ MooreWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to DJ Moore's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy play this season.

Brandon Aiyuk is the better play on a neutral week. 11.8 PPG with 762 yards gives a reliable baseline. DJ Moore at 8.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brandon Aiyuk higher, but do not fade DJ Moore entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRSan Francisco 49ers#99PPG LEADER

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

WRChicago Bears#41

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

DJ Moore

Head to Head

11.8 PPG8.7 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and DJ Moore at 40%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk vs DJ Moore: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Brandon Aiyuk and DJ Moore is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The San Francisco 49ers wide receiver put up 11.8 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; DJ Moore of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.7 in 17. A 3.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.1 points favors Brandon Aiyuk, 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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brandon Aiyuk turned 82 targets into 762 yards and 5 touchdowns, while DJ Moore converted 85 looks into 682 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Brandon Aiyuk is off Week 9 and DJ Moore 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

Brandon Aiyuk is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. DJ Moore is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brandon Aiyuk (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored DJ Moore by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means DJ Moore contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•DJ Moore saw 85 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 DJ Moore: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	DJ Moore
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	8.7
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	148
Receptions	58	50
Rec/Game	4.5	2.9
Receiving Yards	762	682
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	40.1
Receiving TDs	5	6
Targets	82	85
Target Share/Game	6.3	5.0
Age	-	29
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

11.8 PPG for Brandon Aiyuk versus 8.7 for DJ Moore in 2025. The baseline favors Brandon Aiyuk, 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 Brandon Aiyuk or DJ Moore in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.7 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 Brandon Aiyuk and DJ Moore average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and DJ Moore's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brandon Aiyuk or DJ Moore a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk outscored DJ Moore by 3.1 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.