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DJ Moore vs Nico Collins

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

WRBuffalo Bills
DJ Moore
PPG
8.5
Games
17
Rec
50
Rec Yds
682
Rec TDs
6
Targets
85
Bye
Week 12
WRHouston TexansPPG LEADER
Nico Collins
PPG
12.7
Games
15
Rec
71
Rec Yds
1,117
Rec TDs
6
Targets
120
Bye
Week 14

Head to Head

8.5 PPG12.7 PPG
17 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 14

DJ Moore vs Nico Collins: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between DJ Moore and Nico Collins for your lineup, you are not alone. DJ Moore finished the 2025 season at 8.5 PPG for the Buffalo Bills (17 games), and Nico Collins averaged 12.7 for the Houston Texans (15 games).

That 4.2-point weekly advantage for Nico Collins is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Target volume is the story here. Nico Collins saw 120 targets in 2025, while DJ Moore drew 85. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Nico Collins, even in weeks where DJ Moore posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: DJ Moore is off Week 12 and Nico Collins Week 14. 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.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 numbers favor Nico Collins at 12.7 PPG, 4.2 points per game above DJ Moore's 8.5. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DJ Moore or Nico Collins in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Nico Collins has the edge at 12.7 PPG compared to DJ Moore's 8.5 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 Nico Collins average in 2025?

DJ Moore averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Nico Collins averaged 12.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

When are DJ Moore and Nico Collins's bye weeks in 2026?

DJ Moore (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Nico Collins (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DJ Moore or Nico Collins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Nico Collins outscored DJ Moore by 4.2 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.