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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Wan'Dale RobinsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Wan'Dale Robinson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 9.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Wan'Dale Robinson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Wan'Dale Robinson edges Deebo Samuel Sr. by 1.2 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, Wan'Dale Robinson 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

WRNew York Giants#23PPG LEADER

Wan'Dale Robinson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

140

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Deebo Samuel Sr.

Wan'Dale Robinson

Head to Head

9.5 PPG10.7 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Deebo Samuel Sr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #36 at the position). Wan'Dale Robinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Deebo Samuel Sr. is producing at 43% of elite pace and Wan'Dale Robinson at 49%. That ranking gap means Wan'Dale Robinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Wan'Dale Robinson: 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 Wan'Dale Robinson clocked in at 10.7 across 16 appearances for the New York Giants. A 1.2-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.

Target volume is the story here. Wan'Dale Robinson saw 140 targets in 2025, while Deebo Samuel Sr. drew 99. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Wan'Dale Robinson, even in weeks where Deebo Samuel Sr. posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Deebo Samuel Sr. is off Week 7 and Wan'Dale Robinson 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: Deebo Samuel Sr. (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Wan'Dale Robinson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Wan'Dale Robinson outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by a projected 20 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.
•Wan'Dale Robinson saw 140 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Wan'Dale Robinson is 5 years younger than Deebo Samuel Sr. (25 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Wan'Dale Robinson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Deebo Samuel Sr.	Wan'Dale Robinson
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.5	10.7
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	152	171
Receptions	72	92
Rec/Game	4.5	5.8
Receiving Yards	727	1,014
Rec Yds/Game	45.4	63.4
Receiving TDs	5	4
Targets	99	140
Target Share/Game	6.2	8.8
Age	30	25
Experience	6 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 8

Summary

Wan'Dale Robinson outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by 1.2 PPG in 2025 (10.7 to 9.5). 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 Wan'Dale Robinson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Wan'Dale Robinson has the edge at 10.7 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 Wan'Dale Robinson average in 2025?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. averaged 9.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Wan'Dale Robinson averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Deebo Samuel Sr. and Wan'Dale Robinson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Deebo Samuel Sr. (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and Wan'Dale Robinson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Deebo Samuel Sr. or Wan'Dale Robinson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Wan'Dale Robinson outscored Deebo Samuel Sr. by 1.2 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.