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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tyreek HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to Tyreek Hill's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Brandon Aiyuk edges Tyreek Hill by 1.0 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, Brandon Aiyuk 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#99PPG LEADER

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

WRMiami Dolphins#20

Tyreek Hill

PPG

10.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

265

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

Tyreek Hill

Head to Head

11.8 PPG10.8 PPG

13 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyreek Hill: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and Tyreek Hill at 49%. That ranking gap means Tyreek Hill carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Tyreek Hill: 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 Tyreek Hill clocked in at 10.8 across 4 appearances for the Miami Dolphins. A 1.0-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.

Target volume is the story here. Brandon Aiyuk saw 82 targets in 2025, while Tyreek Hill drew 29. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Brandon Aiyuk, even in weeks where Tyreek Hill posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Brandon Aiyuk is off Week 9 and Tyreek Hill 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. Tyreek Hill (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored Tyreek Hill by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Brandon Aiyuk played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tyreek Hill's 4. That durability gap means Brandon Aiyuk 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 Tyreek Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	Tyreek Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	10.8
Games Played	13	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	43
Receptions	58	21
Rec/Game	4.5	5.3
Receiving Yards	762	265
Rec Yds/Game	58.6	66.3
Receiving TDs	5	1
Targets	82	29
Target Share/Game	6.3	7.3
Age	-	32
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brandon Aiyuk holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.8 points per game. Tyreek Hill averaged 10.8 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 Tyreek Hill in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Tyreek Hill's 10.8 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 Tyreek Hill average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyreek Hill averaged 10.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Tyreek Hill's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Brandon Aiyuk or Tyreek Hill a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk outscored Tyreek Hill by 1.0 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.