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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DJ Moore vs Troy FranklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DJ Moore is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Troy Franklin's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DJ Moore is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, DJ Moore and Troy Franklin are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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

WRDenver Broncos#44

Troy Franklin

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

709

Rec TDs

Targets

104

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DJ Moore

Troy Franklin

Head to Head

8.7 PPG8.5 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Troy Franklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DJ Moore is producing at 40% of elite pace and Troy Franklin at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

DJ Moore vs Troy Franklin: 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 Troy Franklin clocked in at 8.5 across 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos. A 0.2-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 Troy Franklin converted 104 looks into 709 yards and 6 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. Troy Franklin (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DJ Moore outscored Troy Franklin by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Troy Franklin saw 104 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Troy Franklin is 6 years younger than DJ Moore (23 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•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 Troy Franklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DJ Moore	Troy Franklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	8.5
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	145
Receptions	50	65
Rec/Game	2.9	3.8
Receiving Yards	682	709
Rec Yds/Game	40.1	41.7
Receiving TDs	6	6
Targets	85	104
Target Share/Game	5.0	6.1
Age	29	23
Experience	7 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor DJ Moore at 8.7 PPG, 0.2 points per game above Troy Franklin'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 Troy Franklin in fantasy football?▾

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

DJ Moore averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do DJ Moore and Troy Franklin share a bye week?▾

Yes, both DJ Moore and Troy Franklin 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 Troy Franklin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DJ Moore outscored Troy Franklin by 0.2 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.