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Cedric Tillman vs Diontae JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.3 PPG to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Diontae Johnson edges Cedric Tillman by 1.1 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, Diontae Johnson 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#99
Cedric Tillman
PPG
8.2
Games
14
Rec
50
Rec Yds
612
Rec TDs
4
Targets
78
Bye
Week 10
WRBaltimore Ravens#99PPG LEADER
Diontae Johnson
PPG
9.3
Games
15
Rec
60
Rec Yds
712
Rec TDs
3
Targets
95
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Cedric Tillman
Diontae Johnson

Head to Head

8.2 PPG9.3 PPG
14 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Diontae Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and Diontae Johnson at 42%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cedric Tillman vs Diontae Johnson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Cedric Tillman and Diontae Johnson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.1 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 Diontae Johnson posted 9.3 with the Baltimore Ravens in 15.

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. Cedric Tillman turned 78 targets into 612 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Diontae Johnson converted 95 looks into 712 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Cedric Tillman has his bye in Week 10, and Diontae Johnson rests in Week 14. 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: Cedric Tillman (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Diontae Johnson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Diontae Johnson outscored Cedric Tillman by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Diontae Johnson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means Diontae Johnson 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.
  • Diontae Johnson saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cedric Tillman vs Diontae Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCedric TillmanDiontae Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)8.29.3
Games Played1415
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)115140
Receptions5060
Rec/Game3.64.0
Receiving Yards612712
Rec Yds/Game43.747.5
Receiving TDs43
Targets7895
Target Share/Game5.66.3
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 14

Summary

Diontae Johnson outscored Cedric Tillman by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (9.3 to 8.2). 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 Cedric Tillman or Diontae Johnson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Diontae Johnson has the edge at 9.3 PPG compared to Cedric Tillman'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 Cedric Tillman and Diontae Johnson average in 2025?

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Cedric Tillman and Diontae Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?

Cedric Tillman (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Diontae Johnson (BAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cedric Tillman or Diontae Johnson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Diontae Johnson outscored Cedric Tillman by 1.1 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.