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Cedric Tillman vs Jaylen WaddleWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Waddle is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.1 PPG to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Waddle is the better fantasy play this season.

Jaylen Waddle is the better play on a neutral week. 10.1 PPG with 946 yards gives a reliable baseline. Cedric Tillman at 8.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jaylen Waddle higher, but do not fade Cedric Tillman entirely.

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
WRMiami Dolphins#29PPG LEADER
Jaylen Waddle
PPG
10.1
Games
16
Rec
64
Rec Yds
910
Rec TDs
6
Targets
100
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Cedric Tillman
Jaylen Waddle

Head to Head

8.2 PPG10.1 PPG
14 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and Jaylen Waddle at 46%. That ranking gap means Jaylen Waddle carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cedric Tillman vs Jaylen Waddle: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Cedric Tillman and Jaylen Waddle for your lineup, you are not alone. Cedric Tillman finished the 2025 season at 8.2 PPG for the Cleveland Browns (14 games), and Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 for the Miami Dolphins (16 games).

That 1.9-point weekly advantage for Jaylen Waddle 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 Jaylen Waddle converted 100 looks into 910 yards and 6 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 Jaylen Waddle rests in Week 6. 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. Jaylen Waddle (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Jaylen Waddle outscored Cedric Tillman by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Jaylen Waddle played 16 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means Jaylen Waddle contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Jaylen Waddle scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Jaylen Waddle saw 100 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 Jaylen Waddle: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCedric TillmanJaylen Waddle
PPG (Half-PPR)8.210.1
Games Played1416
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)115162
Receptions5064
Rec/Game3.64.0
Receiving Yards612910
Rec Yds/Game43.756.9
Receiving TDs46
Targets78100
Target Share/Game5.66.3
Age-27
Experience-4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Waddle at 10.1 PPG, 1.9 points per game above Cedric Tillman's 8.2. 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 Jaylen Waddle in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Waddle has the edge at 10.1 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 Jaylen Waddle average in 2025?

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Cedric Tillman and Jaylen Waddle's bye weeks in 2026?

Cedric Tillman (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cedric Tillman or Jaylen Waddle a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Jaylen Waddle outscored Cedric Tillman 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.