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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cedric Tillman vs Mike EvansWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mike Evans is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Cedric Tillman's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mike Evans is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Mike Evans edges Cedric Tillman by 0.5 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, Mike Evans 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

Rec

Rec Yds

612

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40PPG LEADER

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cedric Tillman

Mike Evans

Head to Head

8.2 PPG8.7 PPG

14 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Mike Evans: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cedric Tillman is producing at 37% of elite pace and Mike Evans at 40%. That ranking gap means Mike Evans carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cedric Tillman vs Mike Evans: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Cedric Tillman and Mike Evans is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.5 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 Mike Evans posted 8.7 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 8.

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 Mike Evans converted 62 looks into 368 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

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. Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Mike Evans outscored Cedric Tillman by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cedric Tillman played 14 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. 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 Mike Evans: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cedric Tillman	Mike Evans
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	8.7
Games Played	14	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	70
Receptions	50	30
Rec/Game	3.6	3.8
Receiving Yards	612	368
Rec Yds/Game	43.7	46.0
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	78	62
Target Share/Game	5.6	7.8
Age	-	32
Experience	-	11 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Mike Evans holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.7 points per game. Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 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 Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mike Evans has the edge at 8.7 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 Mike Evans average in 2025?▾

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Mike Evans averaged 8.7 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

Do Cedric Tillman and Mike Evans share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cedric Tillman and Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Mike Evans outscored Cedric Tillman by 0.5 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.