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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Godwin Jr. vs Mike EvansWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mike Evans is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mike Evans is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Mike Evans edges Chris Godwin Jr. by 1.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Mike Evans goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#54

Chris Godwin Jr.

PPG

7.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

360

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40PPG LEADER

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Chris Godwin Jr.

Mike Evans

Head to Head

7.4 PPG8.7 PPG

9 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Godwin Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #54 at the position). Mike Evans: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Chris Godwin Jr. is producing at 34% of elite pace and Mike Evans at 40%. That ranking gap means Mike Evans carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chris Godwin Jr. vs Mike Evans: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Chris Godwin Jr. finished the 2025 season at 7.4 PPG over 9 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Mike Evans clocked in at 8.7 across 8 appearances for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 1.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Chris Godwin Jr. turned 51 targets into 360 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Mike Evans converted 62 looks into 368 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Chris Godwin Jr. (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Mike Evans outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chris Godwin Jr. played 9 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. That durability gap means Chris Godwin Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mike Evans scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Mike Evans saw 62 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chris Godwin Jr. vs Mike Evans: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Godwin Jr.	Mike Evans
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	8.7
Games Played	9	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	67	70
Receptions	33	30
Rec/Game	3.7	3.8
Receiving Yards	360	368
Rec Yds/Game	40.0	46.0
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	51	62
Target Share/Game	5.7	7.8
Age	30	32
Experience	8 yrs	11 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Mike Evans holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.7 points per game. Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chris Godwin Jr. or Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mike Evans has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 7.4 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 Chris Godwin Jr. and Mike Evans average in 2025?▾

Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Mike Evans averaged 8.7 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

Do Chris Godwin Jr. and Mike Evans share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Chris Godwin Jr. and Mike Evans share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Chris Godwin Jr. or Mike Evans a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Mike Evans outscored Chris Godwin Jr. by 1.3 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.