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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jakobi MeyersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Deebo Samuel Sr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Deebo Samuel Sr. is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Deebo Samuel Sr. edges Jakobi Meyers by 0.9 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, Deebo Samuel Sr. 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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WRWashington Commanders#36PPG LEADER

Deebo Samuel Sr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

727

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRJacksonville Jaguars#42

Jakobi Meyers

PPG

8.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

835

Rec TDs

Targets

110

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Deebo Samuel Sr.

Jakobi Meyers

Head to Head

9.5 PPG8.6 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Deebo Samuel Sr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #36 at the position). Jakobi Meyers: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Deebo Samuel Sr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Jakobi Meyers at 39%. That ranking gap means Deebo Samuel Sr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jakobi Meyers: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Deebo Samuel Sr. finished the 2025 season at 9.5 PPG over 16 games with the Washington Commanders, while Jakobi Meyers clocked in at 8.6 across 16 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 0.9-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. Deebo Samuel Sr. turned 99 targets into 727 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Jakobi Meyers converted 110 looks into 835 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 7 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Deebo Samuel Sr. (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Jakobi Meyers (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Deebo Samuel Sr. outscored Jakobi Meyers by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Deebo Samuel Sr. scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jakobi Meyers saw 110 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jakobi Meyers: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deebo Samuel Sr.	Jakobi Meyers
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	8.6
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	152	138
Receptions	72	75
Rec/Game	4.5	4.7
Receiving Yards	727	835
Rec Yds/Game	45.4	52.2
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	99	110
Target Share/Game	6.2	6.9
Age	30	29
Experience	6 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

Deebo Samuel Sr. outscored Jakobi Meyers by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (9.5 to 8.6). 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 Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jakobi Meyers in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Deebo Samuel Sr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 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 Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jakobi Meyers average in 2025?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jakobi Meyers averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jakobi Meyers share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jakobi Meyers share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jakobi Meyers a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. outscored Jakobi Meyers by 0.9 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.