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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cooper Kupp vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Cooper Kupp's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Quentin Johnston and Cooper Kupp are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Cooper Kupp

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

10.8 PPG11.2 PPG

12 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Cooper Kupp: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Cooper Kupp is producing at 49% of elite pace and Quentin Johnston at 51%. That ranking gap means Quentin Johnston carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cooper Kupp vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cooper Kupp finished the 2025 season at 10.8 PPG over 12 games with the Los Angeles Rams, while Quentin Johnston clocked in at 11.2 across 13 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. A 0.4-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. Cooper Kupp turned 92 targets into 748 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Quentin Johnston converted 84 looks into 735 yards and 8 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Cooper Kupp is off Week 6 and Quentin Johnston Week 7. 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

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. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored Cooper Kupp by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quentin Johnston played 13 games in 2025 compared to Cooper Kupp's 12. That durability gap means Quentin Johnston contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Cooper Kupp saw 92 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cooper Kupp vs Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cooper Kupp	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.8	11.2
Games Played	12	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	130	146
Receptions	62	51
Rec/Game	5.2	3.9
Receiving Yards	748	735
Rec Yds/Game	62.3	56.5
Receiving TDs	5	8
Targets	92	84
Target Share/Game	7.7	6.5
Age	-	24
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Quentin Johnston at 11.2 PPG, 0.4 points per game above Cooper Kupp's 10.8. 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 Cooper Kupp or Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 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 Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

Cooper Kupp averaged 10.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Cooper Kupp and Quentin Johnston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cooper Kupp (LAR) has a bye in Week 6, and Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cooper Kupp or Quentin Johnston a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Quentin Johnston outscored Cooper Kupp by 0.4 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.