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Updated from live statsDarren Waller or Rashee RiceWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Rashee Rice is listed out (hamstring/knee) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Darren Waller is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Rashee Rice is a Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver who averaged 15.5 fantasy points per game across 8 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 | Rashee Rice |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.7 | 15.5 |
| Games Played | 5 | 8 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 34 | 124 |
| Receptions | 13 | 53 |
| Rec/Game | 2.6 | 6.6 |
| Receiving Yards | 148 | 571 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 29.6 | 71.4 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 5 |
| Targets | 21 | 78 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.2 | 9.8 |
| Age | 34 | 26 |
| Experience | 11 yrs | 2 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 5 | Week 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Darren Waller or Rashee Rice in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Darren Waller and Rashee Rice 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 Rashee Rice averaged 15.5.
Should I draft Darren Waller or Rashee Rice in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Rashee Rice averaged 15.5 across 8. 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 Rashee Rice average in 2026?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Rashee Rice averaged 15.5 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 8.8 points per game.
Do Darren Waller and Rashee Rice share a bye week?▾
Yes, both Darren Waller and Rashee Rice share a Week 5 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.
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