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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Diontae Johnson vs DJ MooreWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.3 PPG to DJ Moore's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Diontae Johnson and DJ Moore are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-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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WRBaltimore Ravens#99PPG LEADER

Diontae Johnson

PPG

9.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

712

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRChicago Bears#41

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Diontae Johnson

DJ Moore

Head to Head

9.3 PPG8.7 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Diontae Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Diontae Johnson is producing at 42% of elite pace and DJ Moore at 40%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Diontae Johnson vs DJ Moore: The Full Breakdown

Diontae Johnson (9.3 PPG) and DJ Moore (8.7 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. Diontae Johnson played 15 games for the Baltimore Ravens; DJ Moore suited up 17 times for the Chicago Bears.

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. Diontae Johnson turned 95 targets into 712 yards and 3 touchdowns, while DJ Moore converted 85 looks into 682 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Diontae Johnson sits Week 14 while DJ Moore 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: Diontae Johnson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Diontae Johnson outscored DJ Moore by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Diontae Johnson's 15. That durability gap means DJ Moore contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Diontae Johnson saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Diontae Johnson vs DJ Moore: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Diontae Johnson	DJ Moore
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.3	8.7
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	140	148
Receptions	60	50
Rec/Game	4.0	2.9
Receiving Yards	712	682
Rec Yds/Game	47.5	40.1
Receiving TDs	3	6
Targets	95	85
Target Share/Game	6.3	5.0
Age	-	29
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

9.3 PPG for Diontae Johnson versus 8.7 for DJ Moore in 2025. The baseline favors Diontae Johnson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Diontae Johnson or DJ Moore in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Diontae Johnson has the edge at 9.3 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.7 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 Diontae Johnson and DJ Moore average in 2025?▾

Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Diontae Johnson and DJ Moore's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson (BAL) has a bye in Week 14, and DJ Moore (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Diontae Johnson or DJ Moore a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson outscored DJ Moore 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.