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Updated from live statsDarren Waller or Mike EvansWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Darren Waller is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Mike Evans is a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver who averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Darren Waller | Mike Evans |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.7 | 12.6 |
| Games Played | 5 | 6 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 34 | 76 |
| Receptions | 13 | 27 |
| Rec/Game | 2.6 | 4.5 |
| Receiving Yards | 148 | 420 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 29.6 | 70.0 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Targets | 21 | 39 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.2 | 6.5 |
| Age | 34 | 33 |
| Experience | 11 yrs | 12 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 5 | Week 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Darren Waller or Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Darren Waller and Mike Evans is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Mike Evans averaged 12.6.
Should I draft Darren Waller or Mike Evans in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Mike Evans averaged 12.6 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Darren Waller and Mike Evans average in 2026?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Mike Evans averaged 12.6 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 5.9 points per game.
When are Darren Waller and Mike Evans's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Darren Waller (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Mike Evans (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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