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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brian Thomas Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Brian Thomas Jr. has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.9-PPG advantage is real (8.2 to 6.3), and Brian Thomas Jr.'s 3 touchdowns show scoring upside. Xavier Worthy is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

WRKansas City Chiefs#99

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

8.2 PPG6.3 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Xavier Worthy: 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 Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means Brian Thomas Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

Two wide receivers who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Brian Thomas Jr. (Jacksonville Jaguars) finished the 2025 season averaging 8.2 fantasy points per game in 14 games. Xavier Worthy (Kansas City Chiefs) came in at 6.3 PPG over 14 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Brian Thomas Jr. carries a 1.9-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas Jr. turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Xavier Worthy converted 73 looks into 532 yards and 1 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 Xavier Worthy is off Week 6. 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. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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.
•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 Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brian Thomas Jr.	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	6.3
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	88
Receptions	48	42
Rec/Game	3.4	3.0
Receiving Yards	707	532
Rec Yds/Game	50.5	38.0
Receiving TDs	2	1
Targets	91	73
Target Share/Game	6.5	5.2
Age	23	23
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brian Thomas Jr. holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.2 points per game. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brian Thomas Jr. or Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brian Thomas Jr. has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Brian Thomas Jr. and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brian Thomas Jr. or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. outscored Xavier Worthy by 1.9 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.