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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Demario Douglas vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Demario Douglas is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.0 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Demario Douglas is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Demario Douglas edges Tyler Lockett by 0.1 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, Demario Douglas 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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WRNew England Patriots#99PPG LEADER

Demario Douglas

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Demario Douglas

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

7.0 PPG6.9 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Demario Douglas: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Demario Douglas is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Demario Douglas vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Demario Douglas finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 16 games with the New England Patriots, while Tyler Lockett clocked in at 6.9 across 15 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks. A 0.1-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. Demario Douglas turned 82 targets into 548 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Demario Douglas is off Week 14 and Tyler Lockett Week 10. 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: Demario Douglas (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Demario Douglas outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Demario Douglas played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett's 15. That durability gap means Demario Douglas contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Demario Douglas scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Demario Douglas saw 82 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Demario Douglas vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Demario Douglas	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	6.9
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	112	104
Receptions	55	48
Rec/Game	3.4	3.2
Receiving Yards	548	548
Rec Yds/Game	34.3	36.5
Receiving TDs	2	2
Targets	82	72
Target Share/Game	5.1	4.8
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Demario Douglas holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.0 points per game. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 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 Demario Douglas or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Demario Douglas has the edge at 7.0 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Demario Douglas and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Demario Douglas averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Demario Douglas and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Demario Douglas (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Demario Douglas or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Demario Douglas outscored Tyler Lockett by 0.1 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.