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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Elic AyomanorWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brian Thomas Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Brian Thomas Jr. is the better play on a neutral week. 8.2 PPG with 728 yards gives a reliable baseline. Elic Ayomanor at 6.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Brian Thomas Jr. higher, but do not fade Elic Ayomanor entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

WRTennessee Titans#99

Elic Ayomanor

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

515

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Elic Ayomanor

Head to Head

8.2 PPG6.0 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Elic Ayomanor: 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 Elic Ayomanor at 27%. That ranking gap means Brian Thomas Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Elic Ayomanor: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Brian Thomas Jr. and Elic Ayomanor is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver put up 8.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Elic Ayomanor of the Tennessee Titans averaged 6.0 in 16. A 2.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.2 points favors Brian Thomas Jr., though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas Jr. turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Elic Ayomanor converted 89 looks into 515 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 Elic Ayomanor is off Week 5. 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. Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Elic Ayomanor played 16 games in 2025 compared to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 14. That durability gap means Elic Ayomanor contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Elic Ayomanor 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 Elic Ayomanor: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Elic Ayomanor
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	6.0
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	96
Receptions	48	41
Rec/Game	3.4	2.6
Receiving Yards	707	515
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	32.2
Receiving TDs	2	4
Targets	91	89
Target Share/Game	6.5	5.6
Age	23	22
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 5

Summary

8.2 PPG for Brian Thomas Jr. versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor 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 Elic Ayomanor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brian Thomas Jr. has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 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 Elic Ayomanor average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

When are Brian Thomas Jr. and Elic Ayomanor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brian Thomas Jr. or Elic Ayomanor a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Elic Ayomanor by 2.2 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.