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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Jaylen WaddleWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy play this season.

CeeDee Lamb is the better play on a neutral week. 12.6 PPG with 1,079 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jaylen Waddle at 10.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft CeeDee Lamb higher, but do not fade Jaylen Waddle entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRDallas Cowboys#11PPG LEADER

CeeDee Lamb

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,077

Rec TDs

Targets

117

Bye

Week 14

WRMiami Dolphins#29

Jaylen Waddle

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

910

Rec TDs

Targets

100

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Jaylen Waddle

Head to Head

12.6 PPG10.1 PPG

13 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Jaylen Waddle at 46%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Jaylen Waddle: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between CeeDee Lamb and Jaylen Waddle is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys wide receiver put up 12.6 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Jaylen Waddle of the Miami Dolphins averaged 10.1 in 16. A 2.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.5 points favors CeeDee Lamb, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. CeeDee Lamb turned 117 targets into 1077 yards and 3 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: CeeDee Lamb sits Week 14 while Jaylen Waddle is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: CeeDee Lamb (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?

•CeeDee Lamb outscored Jaylen Waddle by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaylen Waddle played 16 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. 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.
•CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

CeeDee Lamb vs Jaylen Waddle: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	CeeDee Lamb	Jaylen Waddle
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	10.1
Games Played	13	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	164	162
Receptions	75	64
Rec/Game	5.8	4.0
Receiving Yards	1,077	910
Rec Yds/Game	82.8	56.9
Receiving TDs	3	6
Targets	117	100
Target Share/Game	9.0	6.3
Age	27	27
Experience	5 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

12.6 PPG for CeeDee Lamb versus 10.1 for Jaylen Waddle in 2025. The baseline favors CeeDee Lamb, 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 CeeDee Lamb or Jaylen Waddle in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 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 CeeDee Lamb and Jaylen Waddle average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Jaylen Waddle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is CeeDee Lamb or Jaylen Waddle a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb outscored Jaylen Waddle by 2.5 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.