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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Davante Adams vs Nico CollinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Davante Adams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.8 PPG to Nico Collins's 12.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Davante Adams is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Davante Adams edges Nico Collins by 1.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Davante Adams goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRLos Angeles Rams#8PPG LEADER

Davante Adams

PPG

13.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

114

Bye

Week 11

WRHouston Texans#10

Nico Collins

PPG

12.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

120

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Davante Adams

Nico Collins

Head to Head

13.8 PPG12.7 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Davante Adams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #8 at the position). Nico Collins: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #10 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Davante Adams is producing at 63% of elite pace and Nico Collins at 58%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Davante Adams vs Nico Collins: The Full Breakdown

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 Nico Collins clocked in at 12.7 across 15 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 1.1-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 Nico Collins converted 120 looks into 1117 yards and 6 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 11 and Nico Collins Week 8. 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.

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: Davante Adams (age 33) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Nico Collins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Davante Adams outscored Nico Collins by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Nico Collins played 15 games in 2025 compared to Davante Adams's 14. That durability gap means Nico Collins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Davante Adams scored 14 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Nico Collins saw 120 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Nico Collins is 6 years younger than Davante Adams (27 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Davante Adams vs Nico Collins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Davante Adams	Nico Collins
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.8	12.7
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	193	191
Receptions	60	71
Rec/Game	4.3	4.7
Receiving Yards	789	1,117
Rec Yds/Game	56.4	74.5
Receiving TDs	14	6
Targets	114	120
Target Share/Game	8.1	8.0
Age	33	27
Experience	11 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

Davante Adams outscored Nico Collins by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (13.8 to 12.7). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Davante Adams or Nico Collins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Davante Adams has the edge at 13.8 PPG compared to Nico Collins's 12.7 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 Davante Adams and Nico Collins average in 2025?▾

Davante Adams averaged 13.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Nico Collins averaged 12.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Davante Adams and Nico Collins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Davante Adams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Nico Collins (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Davante Adams or Nico Collins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Davante Adams outscored Nico Collins by 1.1 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.