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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Calvin Ridley vs DJ MooreWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Calvin Ridley is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to DJ Moore's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Calvin Ridley is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Calvin Ridley edges DJ Moore by 1.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Calvin Ridley goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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WRTennessee Titans#99PPG LEADER

Calvin Ridley

PPG

10.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

785

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

WRChicago Bears#41

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Calvin Ridley

DJ Moore

Head to Head

10.0 PPG8.7 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Calvin Ridley: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Calvin Ridley is producing at 45% of elite pace and DJ Moore at 40%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Calvin Ridley vs DJ Moore: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Calvin Ridley and DJ Moore is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.3 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Calvin Ridley averaged 10.0 PPG with the Tennessee Titans across 16 games, and DJ Moore posted 8.7 with the Chicago Bears in 17.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Calvin Ridley turned 95 targets into 785 yards and 4 touchdowns, while DJ Moore converted 85 looks into 682 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Calvin Ridley has his bye in Week 5, and DJ Moore rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Calvin Ridley (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Calvin Ridley outscored DJ Moore by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Calvin Ridley's 16. That durability gap means DJ Moore contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Calvin Ridley saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Calvin Ridley vs DJ Moore: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Calvin Ridley	DJ Moore
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.0	8.7
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	160	148
Receptions	58	50
Rec/Game	3.6	2.9
Receiving Yards	785	682
Rec Yds/Game	49.1	40.1
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	95	85
Target Share/Game	5.9	5.0
Age	-	29
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

Calvin Ridley outscored DJ Moore by 1.3 PPG in 2025 (10.0 to 8.7). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Calvin Ridley or DJ Moore in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Calvin Ridley has the edge at 10.0 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.7 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 Calvin Ridley and DJ Moore average in 2025?▾

Calvin Ridley averaged 10.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Calvin Ridley and DJ Moore's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Calvin Ridley (TEN) has a bye in Week 5, and DJ Moore (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Calvin Ridley or DJ Moore a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Calvin Ridley outscored DJ Moore by 1.3 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.