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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. CeeDee Lamb outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.7 PPG in 2025 with 3 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, CeeDee Lamb is the clear pick. Tyler Lockett profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

12.6 PPG6.9 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between CeeDee Lamb and Tyler Lockett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys wide receiver put up 12.6 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Tyler Lockett of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 6.9 in 15. A 5.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.7 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.

Target volume is the story here. CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025, while Tyler Lockett drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for CeeDee Lamb, even in weeks where Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett 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

CeeDee Lamb is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett 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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•CeeDee Lamb outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 97 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•CeeDee Lamb scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	CeeDee Lamb	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	6.9
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	164	104
Receptions	75	48
Rec/Game	5.8	3.2
Receiving Yards	1,077	548
Rec Yds/Game	82.8	36.5
Receiving TDs	3	2
Targets	117	72
Target Share/Game	9.0	4.8
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

12.6 PPG for CeeDee Lamb versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 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 CeeDee Lamb and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.7 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is CeeDee Lamb or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.7 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.