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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Michael PittmanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Michael Pittman's 9.6 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. Michael Pittman at 9.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft CeeDee Lamb higher, but do not fade Michael Pittman 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

WRIndianapolis Colts#33

Michael Pittman

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

784

Rec TDs

Targets

111

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Michael Pittman

Head to Head

12.6 PPG9.6 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Michael Pittman: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Michael Pittman at 44%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Michael Pittman: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between CeeDee Lamb and Michael Pittman is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys wide receiver put up 12.6 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Michael Pittman of the Indianapolis Colts averaged 9.6 in 17. A 3.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.0 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 Michael Pittman converted 111 looks into 784 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: CeeDee Lamb is off Week 14 and Michael Pittman Week 13. 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. Michael Pittman 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. Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•CeeDee Lamb outscored Michael Pittman by a projected 51 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Pittman played 17 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. That durability gap means Michael Pittman contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Pittman scored 7 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 Michael Pittman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	CeeDee Lamb	Michael Pittman
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	9.6
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	164	163
Receptions	75	80
Rec/Game	5.8	4.7
Receiving Yards	1,077	784
Rec Yds/Game	82.8	46.1
Receiving TDs	3	7
Targets	117	111
Target Share/Game	9.0	6.5
Age	27	28
Experience	5 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 13

Summary

12.6 PPG for CeeDee Lamb versus 9.6 for Michael Pittman 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 Michael Pittman in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Michael Pittman's 9.6 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 Michael Pittman average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Michael Pittman's bye weeks in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is CeeDee Lamb or Michael Pittman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb outscored Michael Pittman by 3.0 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.