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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Courtland Sutton vs Michael PittmanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Michael Pittman's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Courtland Sutton and Michael Pittman are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-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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WRDenver Broncos#21PPG LEADER

Courtland Sutton

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,017

Rec TDs

Targets

124

Bye

Week 10

WRIndianapolis Colts#33

Michael Pittman

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

784

Rec TDs

Targets

111

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Courtland Sutton

Michael Pittman

Head to Head

10.7 PPG9.6 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Courtland Sutton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #21 at the position). Michael Pittman: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Courtland Sutton is producing at 49% of elite pace and Michael Pittman at 44%. That ranking gap means Courtland Sutton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Courtland Sutton vs Michael Pittman: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Courtland Sutton finished the 2025 season at 10.7 PPG over 17 games with the Denver Broncos, while Michael Pittman clocked in at 9.6 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. A 1.1-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. Courtland Sutton turned 124 targets into 1017 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Michael Pittman converted 111 looks into 784 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Courtland Sutton is off Week 10 and Michael Pittman Week 13. 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: Courtland Sutton (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Courtland Sutton outscored Michael Pittman by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Courtland Sutton scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Courtland Sutton saw 124 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Courtland Sutton vs Michael Pittman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Courtland Sutton	Michael Pittman
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	9.6
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	163
Receptions	74	80
Rec/Game	4.4	4.7
Receiving Yards	1,017	784
Rec Yds/Game	59.8	46.1
Receiving TDs	7	7
Targets	124	111
Target Share/Game	7.3	6.5
Age	30	28
Experience	7 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Courtland Sutton at 10.7 PPG, 1.1 points per game above Michael Pittman's 9.6. 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 Courtland Sutton or Michael Pittman in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Courtland Sutton has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Michael Pittman's 9.6 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 Courtland Sutton and Michael Pittman average in 2025?▾

Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Courtland Sutton and Michael Pittman's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Courtland Sutton (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Courtland Sutton or Michael Pittman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Courtland Sutton outscored Michael Pittman by 1.1 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.