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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cedric Tillman vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cedric Tillman is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Cedric Tillman and Tyler Lockett are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cedric Tillman

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

8.2 PPG6.9 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cedric Tillman: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Lockett: 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 Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cedric Tillman vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Cedric Tillman (8.2 PPG) and Tyler Lockett (6.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Cedric Tillman played 14 games for the Cleveland Browns; Tyler Lockett suited up 15 times for the Seattle Seahawks.

A 1.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Cedric Tillman turned 78 targets into 612 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Cedric Tillman outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Cedric Tillman's 14. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cedric Tillman	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	6.9
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	115	104
Receptions	50	48
Rec/Game	3.6	3.2
Receiving Yards	612	548
Rec Yds/Game	43.7	36.5
Receiving TDs	4	2
Targets	78	72
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.8
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

8.2 PPG for Cedric Tillman versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Cedric Tillman, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cedric Tillman or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cedric Tillman has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Cedric Tillman averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

Do Cedric Tillman and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cedric Tillman and Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Cedric Tillman outscored Tyler Lockett by 1.3 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.