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Cedric Tillman vs Chris Godwin Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Cedric Tillman edges Chris Godwin Jr. by 0.8 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, Cedric Tillman 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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WRCleveland Browns#99PPG LEADER
Cedric Tillman
PPG
8.2
Games
14
Rec
50
Rec Yds
612
Rec TDs
4
Targets
78
Bye
Week 10
WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#54
Chris Godwin Jr.
PPG
7.4
Games
9
Rec
33
Rec Yds
360
Rec TDs
2
Targets
51
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Cedric Tillman
Chris Godwin Jr.

Head to Head

8.2 PPG7.4 PPG
14 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Chris Godwin Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #54 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and Chris Godwin Jr. at 34%. That ranking gap means Chris Godwin Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cedric Tillman vs Chris Godwin Jr.: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Cedric Tillman and Chris Godwin Jr. is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.8 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 PPG with the Cleveland Browns across 14 games, and Chris Godwin Jr. posted 7.4 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 9.

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.

Target volume is the story here. Cedric Tillman saw 78 targets in 2025, while Chris Godwin Jr. drew 51. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Cedric Tillman, even in weeks where Chris Godwin Jr. posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Cedric Tillman (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Chris Godwin Jr. (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • Cedric Tillman outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Cedric Tillman played 14 games in 2025 compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 9. That durability gap means Cedric Tillman contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Cedric Tillman scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Cedric Tillman saw 78 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
  • Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cedric Tillman vs Chris Godwin Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCedric TillmanChris Godwin Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)8.27.4
Games Played149
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)11567
Receptions5033
Rec/Game3.63.7
Receiving Yards612360
Rec Yds/Game43.740.0
Receiving TDs42
Targets7851
Target Share/Game5.65.7
Age-30
Experience-8 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Cedric Tillman holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.2 points per game. Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 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 Cedric Tillman or Chris Godwin Jr. in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Cedric Tillman has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 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 Cedric Tillman and Chris Godwin Jr. average in 2025?

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

Do Cedric Tillman and Chris Godwin Jr. share a bye week?

Yes, both Cedric Tillman and Chris Godwin Jr. share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Cedric Tillman or Chris Godwin Jr. a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Cedric Tillman outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by 0.8 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.