Davante Adams vs George Pickens: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Davante Adams finished the 2025 season at 13.8 PPG over 14 games with the Los Angeles Rams, while George Pickens clocked in at 14.4 across 17 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 0.6-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.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Davante Adams turned 114 targets into 789 yards and 14 touchdowns, while George Pickens converted 137 looks into 1429 yards and 9 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
One scheduling note: Davante Adams is off Week 6 and George Pickens Week 7. 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.
