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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DJ Moore vs Mike EvansWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DJ Moore is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Mike Evans's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DJ Moore is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, DJ Moore and Mike Evans are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.0-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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WRChicago Bears#41PPG LEADER

DJ Moore

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

682

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DJ Moore

Mike Evans

Head to Head

8.7 PPG8.7 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Mike Evans: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DJ Moore is producing at 40% of elite pace and Mike Evans at 40%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

DJ Moore vs Mike Evans: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. DJ Moore finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG over 17 games with the Chicago Bears, while Mike Evans clocked in at 8.7 across 8 appearances for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 0.0-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. DJ Moore turned 85 targets into 682 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Mike Evans converted 62 looks into 368 yards and 3 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. Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•DJ Moore outscored Mike Evans by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. 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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DJ Moore vs Mike Evans: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DJ Moore	Mike Evans
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	8.7
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	70
Receptions	50	30
Rec/Game	2.9	3.8
Receiving Yards	682	368
Rec Yds/Game	40.1	46.0
Receiving TDs	6	3
Targets	85	62
Target Share/Game	5.0	7.8
Age	29	32
Experience	7 yrs	11 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

8.7 PPG for DJ Moore versus 8.7 for Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DJ Moore has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Mike Evans's 8.7 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 Mike Evans average in 2025?▾

DJ Moore averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Mike Evans averaged 8.7 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

Do DJ Moore and Mike Evans share a bye week?▾

Yes, both DJ Moore and Mike Evans 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 Mike Evans a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DJ Moore outscored Mike Evans by 0.0 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.