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CeeDee Lamb vs Jordan AddisonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Jordan Addison's 8.1 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. Jordan Addison at 8.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft CeeDee Lamb higher, but do not fade Jordan Addison 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
13
Rec
75
Rec Yds
1,077
Rec TDs
3
Targets
117
Bye
Week 14
WRMinnesota Vikings#49
Jordan Addison
PPG
8.1
Games
14
Rec
42
Rec Yds
610
Rec TDs
3
Targets
79
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
CeeDee Lamb
Jordan Addison

Head to Head

12.6 PPG8.1 PPG
13 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Jordan Addison: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Jordan Addison at 37%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Jordan Addison: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between CeeDee Lamb and Jordan Addison for your lineup, you are not alone. CeeDee Lamb finished the 2025 season at 12.6 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (13 games), and Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 for the Minnesota Vikings (14 games).

That 4.5-point weekly advantage for CeeDee Lamb 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.

Target volume is the story here. CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025, while Jordan Addison drew 79. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for CeeDee Lamb, even in weeks where Jordan Addison posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: CeeDee Lamb is off Week 14 and Jordan Addison Week 6. 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

CeeDee Lamb is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jordan Addison is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: CeeDee Lamb (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Jordan Addison (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • CeeDee Lamb outscored Jordan Addison by a projected 77 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Jordan Addison played 14 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. That durability gap means Jordan Addison contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Jordan Addison scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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 Jordan Addison: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCeeDee LambJordan Addison
PPG (Half-PPR)12.68.1
Games Played1314
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)164113
Receptions7542
Rec/Game5.83.0
Receiving Yards1,077610
Rec Yds/Game82.843.6
Receiving TDs33
Targets11779
Target Share/Game9.05.6
Age2724
Experience5 yrs2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor CeeDee Lamb at 12.6 PPG, 4.5 points per game above Jordan Addison's 8.1. 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 CeeDee Lamb or Jordan Addison in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Jordan Addison's 8.1 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 Jordan Addison average in 2025?

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.5 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Jordan Addison's bye weeks in 2026?

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

Is CeeDee Lamb or Jordan Addison a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

CeeDee Lamb outscored Jordan Addison by 4.5 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.

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