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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Courtland Sutton vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy play this season.

Courtland Sutton is the better play on a neutral week. 10.7 PPG with 1,017 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ryan Flournoy at 7.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Courtland Sutton higher, but do not fade Ryan Flournoy entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Courtland Sutton

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

10.7 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Courtland Sutton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #21 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Courtland Sutton is producing at 49% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Courtland Sutton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Courtland Sutton vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Courtland Sutton and Ryan Flournoy is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Denver Broncos wide receiver put up 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Ryan Flournoy of the Dallas Cowboys averaged 7.2 in 13. A 3.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.5 points favors Courtland Sutton, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Target volume is the story here. Courtland Sutton saw 124 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Courtland Sutton, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Courtland Sutton is off Week 10 and Ryan Flournoy Week 14. 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

Courtland Sutton is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ryan Flournoy is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Courtland Sutton (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Courtland Sutton outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 59 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Courtland Sutton played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Courtland Sutton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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.
•Ryan Flournoy is 4 years younger than Courtland Sutton (26 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Courtland Sutton vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Courtland Sutton	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	7.2
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	94
Receptions	74	40
Rec/Game	4.4	3.1
Receiving Yards	1,017	475
Rec Yds/Game	59.8	36.5
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	124	56
Target Share/Game	7.3	4.3
Age	30	26
Experience	7 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

10.7 PPG for Courtland Sutton versus 7.2 for Ryan Flournoy in 2025. The baseline favors Courtland Sutton, 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 Courtland Sutton or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Courtland Sutton has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.5 points per game.

When are Courtland Sutton and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Courtland Sutton (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Courtland Sutton or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Courtland Sutton outscored Ryan Flournoy by 3.5 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.