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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tee HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tee Higgins edges Brandon Aiyuk by 0.3 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, Tee Higgins 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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WRSan Francisco 49ers#99

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

WRCincinnati Bengals#13PPG LEADER

Tee Higgins

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

846

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Tee Higgins

Head to Head

11.8 PPG12.1 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tee Higgins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and Tee Higgins at 55%. That ranking gap means Tee Higgins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tee Higgins: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Brandon Aiyuk finished the 2025 season at 11.8 PPG over 13 games with the San Francisco 49ers, while Tee Higgins clocked in at 12.1 across 15 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 0.3-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. Brandon Aiyuk turned 82 targets into 762 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Tee Higgins converted 98 looks into 846 yards and 11 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 Tee Higgins Week 6. 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

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: Brandon Aiyuk (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tee Higgins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tee Higgins outscored Brandon Aiyuk by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tee Higgins played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means Tee Higgins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tee Higgins scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tee Higgins saw 98 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 Tee Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Tee Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	12.1
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	182
Receptions	58	59
Rec/Game	4.5	3.9
Receiving Yards	762	846
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	56.4
Receiving TDs	5	11
Targets	82	98
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.5
Age	-	27
Experience	-	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

Tee Higgins outscored Brandon Aiyuk by 0.3 PPG in 2025 (12.1 to 11.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brandon Aiyuk or Tee Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tee Higgins has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 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 Tee Higgins average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Tee Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and Tee Higgins (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brandon Aiyuk or Tee Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tee Higgins outscored Brandon Aiyuk by 0.3 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.