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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Darnell Washington vs Terrance FergusonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Darnell Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 4.5 PPG to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Darnell Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Darnell Washington and Terrance Ferguson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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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TEPittsburgh Steelers#38PPG LEADER

Darnell Washington

PPG

4.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

364

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TELos Angeles Rams#99

Terrance Ferguson

PPG

3.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

231

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Darnell Washington

Terrance Ferguson

Head to Head

4.5 PPG3.3 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Darnell Washington: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #38 at the position). Terrance Ferguson: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Darnell Washington is producing at 20% of elite pace and Terrance Ferguson at 15%. That ranking gap means Darnell Washington carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Darnell Washington vs Terrance Ferguson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Darnell Washington finished the 2025 season at 4.5 PPG over 13 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers, while Terrance Ferguson clocked in at 3.3 across 14 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 1.2-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.

Darnell Washington is the volume tight end in this matchup with 31 receptions for 364 yards, while Terrance Ferguson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 11 catches). In weeks where Terrance Ferguson finds the end zone he out-scores Darnell Washington, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Darnell Washington is off Week 9 and Terrance Ferguson Week 6. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end 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: Darnell Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Terrance Ferguson (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Darnell Washington outscored Terrance Ferguson by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Terrance Ferguson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Darnell Washington's 13. That durability gap means Terrance Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Terrance Ferguson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Darnell Washington saw 43 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Darnell Washington vs Terrance Ferguson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Darnell Washington	Terrance Ferguson
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.5	3.3
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	59	46
Receptions	31	11
Rec/Game	2.4	0.8
Receiving Yards	364	231
Rec Yds/Game	28.0	16.5
Receiving TDs	1	3
Targets	43	25
Target Share/Game	3.3	1.8
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

4.5 PPG for Darnell Washington versus 3.3 for Terrance Ferguson in 2025. The baseline favors Darnell Washington, 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 Darnell Washington or Terrance Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Darnell Washington has the edge at 4.5 PPG compared to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 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 Darnell Washington and Terrance Ferguson average in 2025?▾

Darnell Washington averaged 4.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Terrance Ferguson averaged 3.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Darnell Washington and Terrance Ferguson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Darnell Washington (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Terrance Ferguson (LAR) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Darnell Washington or Terrance Ferguson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Darnell Washington outscored Terrance Ferguson by 1.2 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.