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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Ladd McConkeyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Deebo Samuel Sr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Statistically, Deebo Samuel Sr. and Ladd McConkey are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

WRLos Angeles Chargers#38

Ladd McConkey

PPG

9.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Deebo Samuel Sr.

Ladd McConkey

Head to Head

9.5 PPG9.2 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). Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Deebo Samuel Sr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Ladd McConkey at 42%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Ladd McConkey: The Full Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. (9.5 PPG) and Ladd McConkey (9.2 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; Ladd McConkey suited up 16 times for the Los Angeles Chargers.

A 0.3-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 Ladd McConkey converted 106 looks into 789 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Deebo Samuel Sr. outscored Ladd McConkey by a projected 5 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.
•Ladd McConkey saw 106 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Ladd McConkey is 6 years younger than Deebo Samuel Sr. (24 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•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 Ladd McConkey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deebo Samuel Sr.	Ladd McConkey
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	9.2
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	152	147
Receptions	72	66
Rec/Game	4.5	4.1
Receiving Yards	727	789
Rec Yds/Game	45.4	49.3
Receiving TDs	5	6
Targets	99	106
Target Share/Game	6.2	6.6
Age	30	24
Experience	6 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Deebo Samuel Sr. at 9.5 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Ladd McConkey's 9.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Deebo Samuel Sr. or Ladd McConkey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Deebo Samuel Sr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 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 Ladd McConkey average in 2025?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

Do Deebo Samuel Sr. and Ladd McConkey share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Deebo Samuel Sr. and Ladd McConkey 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 Ladd McConkey a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. outscored Ladd McConkey by 0.3 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.