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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Jakobi MeyersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jakobi Meyers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jakobi Meyers is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jakobi Meyers and Brian Thomas Jr. are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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#47

Brian Thomas Jr.

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

707

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRJacksonville Jaguars#42PPG LEADER

Jakobi Meyers

PPG

8.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

835

Rec TDs

Targets

110

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Jakobi Meyers

Head to Head

8.2 PPG8.6 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Jakobi Meyers: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brian Thomas Jr. is producing at 37% of elite pace and Jakobi Meyers at 39%. That ranking gap means Jakobi Meyers carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Jakobi Meyers: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Brian Thomas Jr. finished the 2025 season at 8.2 PPG over 14 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Jakobi Meyers clocked in at 8.6 across 16 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 0.4-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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas Jr. turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Jakobi Meyers converted 110 looks into 835 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Jakobi Meyers (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jakobi Meyers outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jakobi Meyers played 16 games in 2025 compared to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 14. That durability gap means Jakobi Meyers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Brian Thomas Jr. scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jakobi Meyers saw 110 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Brian Thomas Jr. is 6 years younger than Jakobi Meyers (23 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Jakobi Meyers: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Jakobi Meyers
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	8.6
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	138
Receptions	48	75
Rec/Game	3.4	4.7
Receiving Yards	707	835
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	52.2
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	91	110
Target Share/Game	6.5	6.9
Age	23	29
Experience	1 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jakobi Meyers at 8.6 PPG, 0.4 points per game above Brian Thomas Jr.'s 8.2. 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 Brian Thomas Jr. or Jakobi Meyers in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jakobi Meyers has the edge at 8.6 PPG compared to Brian Thomas Jr.'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 Jakobi Meyers average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jakobi Meyers averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

Do Brian Thomas Jr. and Jakobi Meyers share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Brian Thomas Jr. and Jakobi Meyers share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Brian Thomas Jr. or Jakobi Meyers a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jakobi Meyers outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by 0.4 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.