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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

CeeDee Lamb is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy by 6.3 PPG in 2025 with 3 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, CeeDee Lamb is the clear pick. Xavier Worthy 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

WRKansas City Chiefs#99

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

12.6 PPG6.3 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Xavier Worthy: 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 Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. CeeDee Lamb put up 12.6 fantasy points per game for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, while Xavier Worthy managed 6.3 across 14 games with the Kansas City Chiefs. A 6.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the wide receiver position.

That 6.3-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 Xavier Worthy drew 73. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for CeeDee Lamb, even in weeks where Xavier Worthy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: CeeDee Lamb sits Week 14 while Xavier Worthy 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

CeeDee Lamb is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Xavier Worthy 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. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•CeeDee Lamb outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Xavier Worthy played 14 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. That durability gap means Xavier Worthy 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.
•Xavier Worthy is 4 years younger than CeeDee Lamb (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

CeeDee Lamb vs Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	CeeDee Lamb	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	6.3
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	164	88
Receptions	75	42
Rec/Game	5.8	3.0
Receiving Yards	1,077	532
Rec Yds/Game	82.8	38.0
Receiving TDs	3	1
Targets	117	73
Target Share/Game	9.0	5.2
Age	27	23
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor CeeDee Lamb at 12.6 PPG, 6.3 points per game above Xavier Worthy's 6.3. 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 Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is CeeDee Lamb or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb outscored Xavier Worthy by 6.3 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.