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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk or Troy FranklinWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Brandon Aiyuk over Troy Franklin in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 to Troy Franklin's 8.5, a 3.3 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

Brandon Aiyuk has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.3-PPG advantage is real (11.8 to 8.5), and Brandon Aiyuk's 5 touchdowns show scoring upside. Troy Franklin is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

WRDenver Broncos#44

Troy Franklin

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

709

Rec TDs

Targets

104

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Troy Franklin

Head to Head

11.8 PPG8.5 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Unranked WR. Troy Franklin: Tier 3 (Deep League) WR (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and Troy Franklin at 39%. That per-game gap means Brandon Aiyuk carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Troy Franklin: The Full Breakdown

Two wide receivers who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Brandon Aiyuk (San Francisco 49ers) finished the 2025 season averaging 11.8 fantasy points per game in 13 games. Troy Franklin (Denver Broncos) came in at 8.5 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Brandon Aiyuk carries a 3.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brandon Aiyuk turned 82 targets into 762 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Troy Franklin converted 104 looks into 709 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Brandon Aiyuk sits Week 9 while Troy Franklin is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Brandon Aiyuk at a discount because your league-mates undervalue wide receiver production, do it. Troy Franklin 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. Troy Franklin (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored Troy Franklin by a projected 56 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Troy Franklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means Troy Franklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Troy Franklin scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Troy Franklin saw 104 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 Troy Franklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Troy Franklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	8.5
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	145
Receptions	58	65
Rec/Game	4.5	3.8
Receiving Yards	762	709
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	41.7
Receiving TDs	5	6
Targets	82	104
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.1
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 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. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 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 Troy Franklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Troy Franklin's 8.5 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 Troy Franklin in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Brandon Aiyuk is the earlier pick. He averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Troy Franklin's 8.5, a 3.3 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Brandon Aiyuk and Troy Franklin average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Troy Franklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brandon Aiyuk or Troy Franklin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk outscored Troy Franklin by 3.3 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.