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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DJ Moore vs Luther Burden IIIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DJ Moore is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Luther Burden III's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DJ Moore is the better fantasy play this season.

DJ Moore is the better play on a neutral week. 8.7 PPG with 763 yards gives a reliable baseline. Luther Burden III at 7.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft DJ Moore higher, but do not fade Luther Burden III entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRChicago Bears#41PPG LEADER

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRChicago Bears#60

Luther Burden III

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

652

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DJ Moore

Luther Burden III

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.0 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Luther Burden III: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #60 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DJ Moore is producing at 40% of elite pace and Luther Burden III at 32%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DJ Moore vs Luther Burden III: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between DJ Moore and Luther Burden III is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears wide receiver put up 8.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Luther Burden III of the Chicago Bears averaged 7.0 in 15. A 1.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.7 points favors DJ Moore, 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. DJ Moore turned 85 targets into 682 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Luther Burden III converted 60 looks into 652 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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: DJ Moore (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Luther Burden III (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DJ Moore outscored Luther Burden III by a projected 29 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Luther Burden III'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.
•DJ Moore saw 85 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Luther Burden III is 7 years younger than DJ Moore (22 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DJ Moore vs Luther Burden III: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DJ Moore	Luther Burden III
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	7.0
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	105
Receptions	50	47
Rec/Game	2.9	3.1
Receiving Yards	682	652
Rec Yds/Game	40.1	43.5
Receiving TDs	6	2
Targets	85	60
Target Share/Game	5.0	4.0
Age	29	22
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

8.7 PPG for DJ Moore versus 7.0 for Luther Burden III in 2025. The baseline favors DJ Moore, 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 DJ Moore or Luther Burden III in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DJ Moore has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Luther Burden III's 7.0 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 DJ Moore and Luther Burden III average in 2025?▾

DJ Moore averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Luther Burden III averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.7 points per game.

Do DJ Moore and Luther Burden III share a bye week?▾

Yes, both DJ Moore and Luther Burden III share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is DJ Moore or Luther Burden III a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DJ Moore outscored Luther Burden III by 1.7 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.