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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy play this season.

Quentin Johnston is the better play on a neutral week. 11.2 PPG with 742 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 Quentin Johnston 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

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

8.2 PPG11.2 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brian Thomas Jr. is producing at 37% of elite pace and Quentin Johnston at 51%. That ranking gap means Quentin Johnston carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Brian Thomas Jr. and Quentin Johnston is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver put up 8.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Quentin Johnston of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 11.2 in 13. A 3.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.0 points favors Quentin Johnston, 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 Quentin Johnston converted 84 looks into 735 yards and 8 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

Quentin Johnston is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Brian Thomas Jr. is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brian Thomas Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by a projected 51 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Brian Thomas Jr. played 14 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston's 13. That durability gap means Brian Thomas Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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.
•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 Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	11.2
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	146
Receptions	48	51
Rec/Game	3.4	3.9
Receiving Yards	707	735
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	56.5
Receiving TDs	2	8
Targets	91	84
Target Share/Game	6.5	6.5
Age	23	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quentin Johnston versus 8.2 for Brian Thomas Jr. in 2025. The baseline favors Quentin Johnston, 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 Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 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 Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

Do Brian Thomas Jr. and Quentin Johnston share a bye week?▾

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

Quentin Johnston outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by 3.0 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.