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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Godwin Jr. vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chris Godwin Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.4 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chris Godwin Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Chris Godwin Jr. and Tyler Lockett are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#54PPG LEADER

Chris Godwin Jr.

PPG

7.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

360

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Chris Godwin Jr.

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

7.4 PPG6.9 PPG

9 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Godwin Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #54 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Chris Godwin Jr. is producing at 34% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Chris Godwin Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chris Godwin Jr. vs Tyler Lockett: 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 Tyler Lockett clocked in at 6.9 across 15 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks. A 0.5-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 Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Chris Godwin Jr. outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Chris Godwin Jr.'s 9. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chris Godwin Jr. scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tyler Lockett saw 72 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Godwin Jr.	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	6.9
Games Played	9	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	67	104
Receptions	33	48
Rec/Game	3.7	3.2
Receiving Yards	360	548
Rec Yds/Game	40.0	36.5
Receiving TDs	2	2
Targets	51	72
Target Share/Game	5.7	4.8
Age	30	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

7.4 PPG for Chris Godwin Jr. versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Chris Godwin Jr., 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 Chris Godwin Jr. or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chris Godwin Jr. has the edge at 7.4 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 Chris Godwin Jr. and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Chris Godwin Jr. averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

Do Chris Godwin Jr. and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Chris Godwin Jr. and Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Chris Godwin Jr. outscored Tyler Lockett by 0.5 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.