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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Parker WashingtonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Parker Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 9.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Parker Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Parker Washington edges Deebo Samuel Sr. 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, Parker Washington 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

WRJacksonville Jaguars#27PPG LEADER

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Deebo Samuel Sr.

Parker Washington

Head to Head

9.5 PPG10.4 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Deebo Samuel Sr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #36 at the position). Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Deebo Samuel Sr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Parker Washington at 47%. That ranking gap means Parker Washington carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Parker Washington: 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 Parker Washington clocked in at 10.4 across 15 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 Parker Washington converted 95 looks into 847 yards and 5 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. Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Parker Washington outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Deebo Samuel Sr. played 16 games in 2025 compared to Parker Washington's 15. That durability gap means Deebo Samuel Sr. 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.
•Deebo Samuel Sr. saw 99 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Parker Washington is 6 years younger than Deebo Samuel Sr. (24 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Parker Washington: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deebo Samuel Sr.	Parker Washington
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	10.4
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	152	156
Receptions	72	58
Rec/Game	4.5	3.9
Receiving Yards	727	847
Rec Yds/Game	45.4	56.5
Receiving TDs	5	5
Targets	99	95
Target Share/Game	6.2	6.3
Age	30	24
Experience	6 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Parker Washington holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.4 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 Parker Washington in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Parker Washington has the edge at 10.4 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 Parker Washington average in 2025?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Deebo Samuel Sr. and Parker Washington share a bye week?▾

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

Parker Washington outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. 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.