Brian Thomas vs Tee Higgins: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between Brian Thomas and Tee Higgins for your lineup, you are not alone. Brian Thomas finished the 2025 season at 8.2 PPG for the Jacksonville Jaguars (14 games), and Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 for the Cincinnati Bengals (15 games).
That 3.9-point weekly advantage for Tee Higgins is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Tee Higgins converted 98 looks into 846 yards and 11 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
Both share a Week 12 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.
