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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cedric Tillman vs Jayden HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy play this season.

Cedric Tillman is the better play on a neutral week. 8.2 PPG with 612 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jayden Higgins at 6.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Cedric Tillman higher, but do not fade Jayden Higgins entirely.

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

Rec

Rec Yds

612

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRHouston Texans#99

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Cedric Tillman

Jayden Higgins

Head to Head

8.2 PPG6.4 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Jayden Higgins: 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 Jayden Higgins at 29%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cedric Tillman vs Jayden Higgins: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Cedric Tillman and Jayden Higgins for your lineup, you are not alone. Cedric Tillman finished the 2025 season at 8.2 PPG for the Cleveland Browns (14 games), and Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 for the Houston Texans (17 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Cedric Tillman 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. Cedric Tillman turned 78 targets into 612 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Jayden Higgins converted 68 looks into 525 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Cedric Tillman is off Week 10 and Jayden Higgins Week 14. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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. Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Cedric Tillman outscored Jayden Higgins by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means Jayden Higgins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jayden Higgins scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cedric Tillman vs Jayden Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cedric Tillman	Jayden Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	6.4
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	109
Receptions	50	41
Rec/Game	3.6	2.4
Receiving Yards	612	525
Rec Yds/Game	43.7	30.9
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	78	68
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.0
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cedric Tillman at 8.2 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Jayden Higgins's 6.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cedric Tillman or Jayden Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cedric Tillman has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 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 Jayden Higgins average in 2025?▾

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Cedric Tillman and Jayden Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Cedric Tillman or Jayden Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Cedric Tillman outscored Jayden Higgins by 1.8 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.