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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk or Jake FergusonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Brandon Aiyuk over Jake Ferguson in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 to Jake Ferguson's 8.7, a 3.1 point per game edge. Aiyuk posted that edge in only 13 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Brandon Aiyuk (11.8 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jake Ferguson (8.7 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.

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

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WRSan Francisco 49ersPPG LEADER

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TEDallas Cowboys#14

Jake Ferguson

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

600

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Jake Ferguson

Head to Head

11.8 PPG8.7 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Unranked WR. Jake Ferguson: Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #14 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 2 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Jake Ferguson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Brandon Aiyuk (WR, San Francisco 49ers) against Jake Ferguson (TE, Dallas Cowboys) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 over 13 games, while Jake Ferguson posted 8.7 PPG across 17 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, Jake Ferguson in Week 14. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Brandon Aiyuk is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jake Ferguson 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. Jake Ferguson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored Jake Ferguson by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jake Ferguson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means Jake Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Ferguson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Jake Ferguson saw 102 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 Jake Ferguson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Jake Ferguson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	8.7
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	148
Receptions	58	82
Rec/Game	4.5	4.8
Receiving Yards	762	600
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	35.3
Receiving TDs	5	8
Targets	82	102
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.0
Age	-	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brandon Aiyuk at 11.8 PPG, 3.1 points per game above Jake Ferguson's 8.7. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brandon Aiyuk or Jake Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Jake Ferguson'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.

Should I draft Brandon Aiyuk or Jake Ferguson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 fantasy points per game against Jake Ferguson's 8.7 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 Jake Ferguson average in 2025?▾

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

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Jake Ferguson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.