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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DJ Moore vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DJ Moore is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DJ Moore is the better fantasy play this season.

DJ Moore has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.8-PPG advantage is real (8.7 to 6.9), and DJ Moore's 8 touchdowns show scoring upside. Tyler Lockett is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

DJ Moore

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

8.7 PPG6.9 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

DJ Moore: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #41 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DJ Moore is producing at 40% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means DJ Moore carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DJ Moore vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

DJ Moore and Tyler Lockett are both viable fantasy wide receivers heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. DJ Moore averaged 8.7 PPG across 17 games with the Chicago Bears, while Tyler Lockett posted 6.9 PPG in 15 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks.

A 1.8-PPG gap gives DJ Moore the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. DJ Moore turned 85 targets into 682 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DJ Moore outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DJ Moore played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett'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.
•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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DJ Moore	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	6.9
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	104
Receptions	50	48
Rec/Game	2.9	3.2
Receiving Yards	682	548
Rec Yds/Game	40.1	36.5
Receiving TDs	6	2
Targets	85	72
Target Share/Game	5.0	4.8
Age	29	-
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

DJ Moore outscored Tyler Lockett by 1.8 PPG in 2025 (8.7 to 6.9). 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DJ Moore has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

DJ Moore averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

Do DJ Moore and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both DJ Moore and Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DJ Moore outscored Tyler Lockett by 1.8 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.