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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brandon Aiyuk higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett 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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

11.8 PPG6.9 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Brandon Aiyuk and Tyler Lockett for your lineup, you are not alone. Brandon Aiyuk finished the 2025 season at 11.8 PPG for the San Francisco 49ers (13 games), and Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 for the Seattle Seahawks (15 games).

That 4.9-point weekly advantage for Brandon Aiyuk is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brandon Aiyuk turned 82 targets into 762 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 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 Tyler Lockett 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. Tyler Lockett 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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	6.9
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	104
Receptions	58	48
Rec/Game	4.5	3.2
Receiving Yards	762	548
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	36.5
Receiving TDs	5	2
Targets	82	72
Target Share/Game	6.3	4.8
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brandon Aiyuk at 11.8 PPG, 4.9 points per game above Tyler Lockett's 6.9. 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brandon Aiyuk or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk outscored Tyler Lockett by 4.9 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.