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Updated from live statsDarren Waller or Zay FlowersWho 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. Zay Flowers is a Baltimore Ravens wide receiver who averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game across 5 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 | Zay Flowers |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.7 | 15.7 |
| Games Played | 5 | 5 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 34 | 79 |
| Receptions | 13 | 32 |
| Rec/Game | 2.6 | 6.4 |
| Receiving Yards | 148 | 471 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 29.6 | 94.2 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Targets | 21 | 42 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.2 | 8.4 |
| Age | 34 | 26 |
| Experience | 11 yrs | 3 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 5 | Week 13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Darren Waller or Zay Flowers in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Darren Waller and Zay Flowers 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 Zay Flowers averaged 15.7.
Should I draft Darren Waller or Zay Flowers in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Zay Flowers averaged 15.7 across 5. 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 Zay Flowers average in 2026?▾
Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Zay Flowers averaged 15.7 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 9.0 points per game.
When are Darren Waller and Zay Flowers's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Darren Waller (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Zay Flowers (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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