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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Diontae Johnson vs Marvin Harrison Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.3 PPG to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Diontae Johnson edges Marvin Harrison Jr. by 0.4 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, Diontae Johnson 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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WRBaltimore Ravens#99PPG LEADER

Diontae Johnson

PPG

9.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

712

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRArizona Cardinals#39

Marvin Harrison Jr.

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

608

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Diontae Johnson

Marvin Harrison Jr.

Head to Head

9.3 PPG8.9 PPG

15 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Diontae Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Marvin Harrison Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Diontae Johnson is producing at 42% of elite pace and Marvin Harrison Jr. at 40%. That ranking gap means Marvin Harrison Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Diontae Johnson vs Marvin Harrison Jr.: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Diontae Johnson and Marvin Harrison Jr. is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 PPG with the Baltimore Ravens across 15 games, and Marvin Harrison Jr. posted 8.9 with the Arizona Cardinals in 12.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Diontae Johnson turned 95 targets into 712 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Marvin Harrison Jr. converted 73 looks into 608 yards and 4 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 14 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: Diontae Johnson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Marvin Harrison Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Diontae Johnson outscored Marvin Harrison Jr. by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Diontae Johnson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Diontae Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Marvin Harrison Jr. 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.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Diontae Johnson vs Marvin Harrison Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Diontae Johnson	Marvin Harrison Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.3	8.9
Games Played	15	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	140	107
Receptions	60	41
Rec/Game	4.0	3.4
Receiving Yards	712	608
Rec Yds/Game	47.5	50.7
Receiving TDs	3	4
Targets	95	73
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.1
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

Diontae Johnson outscored Marvin Harrison Jr. by 0.4 PPG in 2025 (9.3 to 8.9). 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 Diontae Johnson or Marvin Harrison Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Diontae Johnson has the edge at 9.3 PPG compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 8.9 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 Diontae Johnson and Marvin Harrison Jr. average in 2025?▾

Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Marvin Harrison Jr. averaged 8.9 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

Do Diontae Johnson and Marvin Harrison Jr. share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Diontae Johnson and Marvin Harrison Jr. share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Diontae Johnson or Marvin Harrison Jr. a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson outscored Marvin Harrison Jr. by 0.4 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.