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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Diontae Johnson or Michael PittmanWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean Michael Pittman over Diontae Johnson in 2026.

Michael Pittman (9.6 PPG) and Diontae Johnson (9.3) finished 2025 separated by under a point per game. Pittman's 80-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR.

The Bottom Line

Statistically, Michael Pittman and Diontae Johnson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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

Diontae Johnson

PPG

9.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

712

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRIndianapolis Colts#33PPG LEADER

Michael Pittman

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

784

Rec TDs

Targets

111

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Diontae Johnson

Michael Pittman

Head to Head

9.3 PPG9.6 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Diontae Johnson: Unranked WR. Michael Pittman: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Diontae Johnson is producing at 42% of elite pace and Michael Pittman at 44%. Their per-game production is close enough that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Diontae Johnson vs Michael Pittman: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Diontae Johnson finished the 2025 season at 9.3 PPG over 15 games with the Baltimore Ravens, while Michael Pittman clocked in at 9.6 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. A 0.3-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. Diontae Johnson turned 95 targets into 712 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Michael Pittman converted 111 looks into 784 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Diontae Johnson is off Week 14 and Michael Pittman Week 13. 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: Diontae Johnson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Michael Pittman outscored Diontae Johnson by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Pittman played 17 games in 2025 compared to Diontae Johnson's 15. That durability gap means Michael Pittman contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Pittman scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Michael Pittman saw 111 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 Michael Pittman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Diontae Johnson	Michael Pittman
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.3	9.6
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	140	163
Receptions	60	80
Rec/Game	4.0	4.7
Receiving Yards	712	784
Rec Yds/Game	47.5	46.1
Receiving TDs	3	7
Targets	95	111
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.5
Age	-	28
Experience	-	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 13

Summary

9.6 PPG for Michael Pittman versus 9.3 for Diontae Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Michael Pittman, 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 Michael Pittman in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Pittman has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Diontae Johnson's 9.3 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.

Should I draft Diontae Johnson or Michael Pittman in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Michael Pittman and Diontae Johnson come off the board in the same range, so take whichever fits your roster build. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Diontae Johnson's 9.3, a gap of under a point. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Diontae Johnson and Michael Pittman average in 2025?▾

Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Diontae Johnson and Michael Pittman's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson (BAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Diontae Johnson or Michael Pittman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Michael Pittman outscored Diontae Johnson by 0.3 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.