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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jerry JeudyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jerry Jeudy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.1 PPG to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 9.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jerry Jeudy is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jerry Jeudy edges Deebo Samuel Sr. by 0.6 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, Jerry Jeudy 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#36

Deebo Samuel Sr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

727

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRCleveland Browns#99PPG LEADER

Jerry Jeudy

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

845

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Deebo Samuel Sr.

Jerry Jeudy

Head to Head

9.5 PPG10.1 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Deebo Samuel Sr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #36 at the position). Jerry Jeudy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Deebo Samuel Sr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Jerry Jeudy at 46%. That ranking gap means Deebo Samuel Sr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jerry Jeudy: The Full Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. (9.5 PPG) and Jerry Jeudy (10.1 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Deebo Samuel Sr. played 16 games for the Washington Commanders; Jerry Jeudy suited up 17 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 0.6-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Deebo Samuel Sr. turned 99 targets into 727 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Jerry Jeudy converted 108 looks into 845 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Deebo Samuel Sr. sits Week 7 while Jerry Jeudy is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Jerry Jeudy (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jerry Jeudy outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jerry Jeudy played 17 games in 2025 compared to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 16. That durability gap means Jerry Jeudy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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.
•Jerry Jeudy saw 108 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Jerry Jeudy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deebo Samuel Sr.	Jerry Jeudy
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	10.1
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	152	172
Receptions	72	68
Rec/Game	4.5	4.0
Receiving Yards	727	845
Rec Yds/Game	45.4	49.7
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	99	108
Target Share/Game	6.2	6.4
Age	30	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jerry Jeudy holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.1 points per game. Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jerry Jeudy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jerry Jeudy has the edge at 10.1 PPG compared to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 9.5 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 Jerry Jeudy average in 2025?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jerry Jeudy averaged 10.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Deebo Samuel Sr. and Jerry Jeudy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Jerry Jeudy (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Deebo Samuel Sr. or Jerry Jeudy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jerry Jeudy outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by 0.6 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.