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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Diontae Johnson vs Jordan AddisonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.3 PPG to Jordan Addison's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Diontae Johnson and Jordan Addison are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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

WRMinnesota Vikings#49

Jordan Addison

PPG

8.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

610

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Diontae Johnson

Jordan Addison

Head to Head

9.3 PPG8.1 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Diontae Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Jordan Addison: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Diontae Johnson is producing at 42% of elite pace and Jordan Addison at 37%. That ranking gap means Jordan Addison carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Diontae Johnson vs Jordan Addison: The Full Breakdown

Diontae Johnson (9.3 PPG) and Jordan Addison (8.1 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; Jordan Addison suited up 14 times for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 1.2-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 Jordan Addison converted 79 looks into 610 yards and 3 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 Jordan Addison is off Week 6. 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. Jordan Addison (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Diontae Johnson outscored Jordan Addison by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Diontae Johnson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Jordan Addison's 14. That durability gap means Diontae Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Addison scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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 Jordan Addison: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Diontae Johnson	Jordan Addison
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.3	8.1
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	140	113
Receptions	60	42
Rec/Game	4.0	3.0
Receiving Yards	712	610
Rec Yds/Game	47.5	43.6
Receiving TDs	3	3
Targets	95	79
Target Share/Game	6.3	5.6
Age	-	24
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

9.3 PPG for Diontae Johnson versus 8.1 for Jordan Addison 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 Jordan Addison in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Diontae Johnson has the edge at 9.3 PPG compared to Jordan Addison's 8.1 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 Jordan Addison average in 2025?▾

Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Diontae Johnson and Jordan Addison's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson (BAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Jordan Addison (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Diontae Johnson or Jordan Addison a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson outscored Jordan Addison 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.