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CeeDee Lamb vs Rome OdunzeWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Rome Odunze's 10.3 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. Rome Odunze at 10.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft CeeDee Lamb higher, but do not fade Rome Odunze 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
WRChicago Bears#28
Rome Odunze
PPG
10.3
Games
12
Rec
44
Rec Yds
661
Rec TDs
6
Targets
90
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
CeeDee Lamb
Rome Odunze

Head to Head

12.6 PPG10.3 PPG
13 GP12 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Rome Odunze: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Rome Odunze at 47%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Rome Odunze: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between CeeDee Lamb and Rome Odunze for your lineup, you are not alone. CeeDee Lamb finished the 2025 season at 12.6 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (13 games), and Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 for the Chicago Bears (12 games).

That 2.3-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 Rome Odunze drew 90. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for CeeDee Lamb, even in weeks where Rome Odunze 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 Rome Odunze Week 10. 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

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. Rome Odunze (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • CeeDee Lamb outscored Rome Odunze by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • CeeDee Lamb played 13 games in 2025 compared to Rome Odunze's 12. That durability gap means CeeDee Lamb contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Rome Odunze scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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 Rome Odunze: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCeeDee LambRome Odunze
PPG (Half-PPR)12.610.3
Games Played1312
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)164124
Receptions7544
Rec/Game5.83.7
Receiving Yards1,077661
Rec Yds/Game82.855.1
Receiving TDs36
Targets11790
Target Share/Game9.07.5
Age2724
Experience5 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor CeeDee Lamb at 12.6 PPG, 2.3 points per game above Rome Odunze's 10.3. 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 Rome Odunze in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Rome Odunze's 10.3 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 Rome Odunze average in 2025?

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Rome Odunze's bye weeks in 2026?

CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Rome Odunze (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is CeeDee Lamb or Rome Odunze a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

CeeDee Lamb outscored Rome Odunze by 2.3 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.

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