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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Parker WashingtonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Parker Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Parker Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

Parker Washington is the better play on a neutral week. 10.4 PPG with 847 yards gives a reliable baseline. Brian Thomas Jr. at 8.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Parker Washington higher, but do not fade Brian Thomas Jr. entirely.

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

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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#27PPG LEADER

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Parker Washington

Head to Head

8.2 PPG10.4 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brian Thomas Jr. is producing at 37% of elite pace and Parker Washington at 47%. That ranking gap means Parker Washington carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Parker Washington: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Brian Thomas Jr. and Parker Washington is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver put up 8.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Parker Washington of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 10.4 in 15. A 2.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.2 points favors Parker Washington, 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 Parker Washington converted 95 looks into 847 yards and 5 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. Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Parker Washington outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Parker Washington played 15 games in 2025 compared to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 14. That durability gap means Parker Washington contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Parker Washington scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Parker Washington saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Parker Washington: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Parker Washington
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	10.4
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	156
Receptions	48	58
Rec/Game	3.4	3.9
Receiving Yards	707	847
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	56.5
Receiving TDs	2	5
Targets	91	95
Target Share/Game	6.5	6.3
Age	23	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

10.4 PPG for Parker Washington versus 8.2 for Brian Thomas Jr. in 2025. The baseline favors Parker Washington, 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 Parker Washington in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Parker Washington has the edge at 10.4 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 Parker Washington average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

Do Brian Thomas Jr. and Parker Washington share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Brian Thomas Jr. and Parker Washington 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 Parker Washington a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Parker Washington outscored Brian Thomas Jr. 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.