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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Diontae Johnson vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.3 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Diontae Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

Diontae Johnson is the better play on a neutral week. 9.3 PPG with 712 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Diontae Johnson higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRBaltimore Ravens#99PPG LEADER

Diontae Johnson

PPG

9.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

712

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

Diontae Johnson

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

9.3 PPG6.9 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Diontae Johnson: 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, Diontae Johnson is producing at 42% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Diontae Johnson vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Diontae Johnson and Tyler Lockett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Baltimore Ravens wide receiver put up 9.3 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Tyler Lockett of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 6.9 in 15. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors Diontae Johnson, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Diontae Johnson turned 95 targets into 712 yards and 3 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: Diontae Johnson 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: Diontae Johnson (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?

•Diontae Johnson outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Diontae Johnson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Diontae Johnson	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.3	6.9
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	140	104
Receptions	60	48
Rec/Game	4.0	3.2
Receiving Yards	712	548
Rec Yds/Game	47.5	36.5
Receiving TDs	3	2
Targets	95	72
Target Share/Game	6.3	4.8
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

9.3 PPG for Diontae Johnson versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Diontae Johnson has the edge at 9.3 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 Diontae Johnson and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Diontae Johnson averaged 9.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are Diontae Johnson and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson (BAL) 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 Diontae Johnson or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Diontae Johnson outscored Tyler Lockett by 2.4 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.