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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Cedric TillmanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brian Thomas Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brian Thomas Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Brian Thomas Jr. and Cedric Tillman are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.0-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRJacksonville Jaguars#47PPG LEADER

Brian Thomas Jr.

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

707

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRCleveland Browns#99

Cedric Tillman

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

612

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Cedric Tillman

Head to Head

8.2 PPG8.2 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brian Thomas Jr. is producing at 37% of elite pace and Cedric Tillman at 37%. That ranking gap means Brian Thomas Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Cedric Tillman: The Full Breakdown

Brian Thomas Jr. (8.2 PPG) and Cedric Tillman (8.2 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Brian Thomas Jr. played 14 games for the Jacksonville Jaguars; Cedric Tillman suited up 14 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 0.0-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas Jr. turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Cedric Tillman converted 78 looks into 612 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Brian Thomas Jr. sits Week 7 while Cedric Tillman 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

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: Brian Thomas Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Cedric Tillman (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Cedric Tillman by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cedric Tillman scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Brian Thomas Jr. saw 91 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Cedric Tillman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Cedric Tillman
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	8.2
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	115
Receptions	48	50
Rec/Game	3.4	3.6
Receiving Yards	707	612
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	43.7
Receiving TDs	2	4
Targets	91	78
Target Share/Game	6.5	5.6
Age	23	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

8.2 PPG for Brian Thomas Jr. versus 8.2 for Cedric Tillman in 2025. The baseline favors Brian Thomas Jr., though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brian Thomas Jr. or Cedric Tillman in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brian Thomas Jr. has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 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 Brian Thomas Jr. and Cedric Tillman average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Brian Thomas Jr. and Cedric Tillman's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Cedric Tillman (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brian Thomas Jr. or Cedric Tillman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Cedric Tillman by 0.0 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.