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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Kupp vs Jameson WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Cooper Kupp's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jameson Williams and Cooper Kupp are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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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WRLos Angeles Rams#99

Cooper Kupp

PPG

10.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

748

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

WRDetroit Lions#19PPG LEADER

Jameson Williams

PPG

11.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Cooper Kupp

Jameson Williams

Head to Head

10.8 PPG11.0 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Kupp: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cooper Kupp is producing at 49% of elite pace and Jameson Williams at 50%. That ranking gap means Jameson Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cooper Kupp vs Jameson Williams: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Cooper Kupp and Jameson Williams is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Cooper Kupp averaged 10.8 PPG with the Los Angeles Rams across 12 games, and Jameson Williams posted 11.0 with the Detroit Lions in 17.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Cooper Kupp turned 92 targets into 748 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Jameson Williams converted 102 looks into 1117 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 6 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: Cooper Kupp (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Jameson Williams (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jameson Williams outscored Cooper Kupp by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameson Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cooper Kupp's 12. That durability gap means Jameson Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jameson Williams scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jameson Williams saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Kupp vs Jameson Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Kupp	Jameson Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.8	11.0
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	130	187
Receptions	62	65
Rec/Game	5.2	3.8
Receiving Yards	748	1,117
Rec Yds/Game	62.3	65.7
Receiving TDs	5	7
Targets	92	102
Target Share/Game	7.7	6.0
Age	-	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

11.0 PPG for Jameson Williams versus 10.8 for Cooper Kupp in 2025. The baseline favors Jameson Williams, 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 Cooper Kupp or Jameson Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jameson Williams has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Cooper Kupp's 10.8 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 Cooper Kupp and Jameson Williams average in 2025?▾

Cooper Kupp averaged 10.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do Cooper Kupp and Jameson Williams share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cooper Kupp and Jameson Williams share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Cooper Kupp or Jameson Williams a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jameson Williams outscored Cooper Kupp by 0.2 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.