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DJ Moore vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DJ Moore is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DJ Moore is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. DJ Moore edges Ryan Flournoy by 1.5 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, DJ Moore goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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
17
Rec
50
Rec Yds
682
Rec TDs
6
Targets
85
Bye
Week 10
WRDallas Cowboys#55
Ryan Flournoy
PPG
7.2
Games
13
Rec
40
Rec Yds
475
Rec TDs
4
Targets
56
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
DJ Moore
Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.2 PPG
17 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DJ Moore is producing at 40% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DJ Moore vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

The gap between DJ Moore and Ryan Flournoy is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.5 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG with the Chicago Bears across 17 games, and Ryan Flournoy posted 7.2 with the Dallas Cowboys in 13.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Target volume is the story here. DJ Moore saw 85 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for DJ Moore, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

DJ Moore has his bye in Week 10, and Ryan Flournoy rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • DJ Moore outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 25 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DJ Moore vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDJ MooreRyan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)8.77.2
Games Played1713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)14894
Receptions5040
Rec/Game2.93.1
Receiving Yards682475
Rec Yds/Game40.136.5
Receiving TDs64
Targets8556
Target Share/Game5.04.3
Age2926
Experience7 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 14

Summary

DJ Moore outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.5 PPG in 2025 (8.7 to 7.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DJ Moore or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, DJ Moore has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?

DJ Moore averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are DJ Moore and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?

DJ Moore (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DJ Moore or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

DJ Moore outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.5 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.

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