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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DK Metcalf vs Jakobi MeyersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DK Metcalf is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.5 PPG to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DK Metcalf is the better fantasy play this season.

DK Metcalf has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.9-PPG advantage is real (10.5 to 8.6), and DK Metcalf's 7 touchdowns show scoring upside. Jakobi Meyers 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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WRPittsburgh Steelers#25PPG LEADER

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

WRJacksonville Jaguars#42

Jakobi Meyers

PPG

8.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

835

Rec TDs

Targets

110

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

DK Metcalf

Jakobi Meyers

Head to Head

10.5 PPG8.6 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

DK Metcalf: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Jakobi Meyers: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DK Metcalf is producing at 48% of elite pace and Jakobi Meyers at 39%. That ranking gap means DK Metcalf carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DK Metcalf vs Jakobi Meyers: The Full Breakdown

DK Metcalf and Jakobi Meyers are both viable fantasy wide receivers heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG across 15 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers, while Jakobi Meyers posted 8.6 PPG in 16 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

A 1.9-PPG gap gives DK Metcalf 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. DK Metcalf turned 99 targets into 850 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Jakobi Meyers converted 110 looks into 835 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: DK Metcalf is off Week 9 and Jakobi Meyers Week 7. 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.

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: DK Metcalf (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Jakobi Meyers (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DK Metcalf outscored Jakobi Meyers by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jakobi Meyers played 16 games in 2025 compared to DK Metcalf's 15. That durability gap means Jakobi Meyers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•DK Metcalf scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jakobi Meyers saw 110 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DK Metcalf vs Jakobi Meyers: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DK Metcalf	Jakobi Meyers
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.5	8.6
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	158	138
Receptions	59	75
Rec/Game	3.9	4.7
Receiving Yards	850	835
Rec Yds/Game	56.7	52.2
Receiving TDs	6	3
Targets	99	110
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.9
Age	28	29
Experience	6 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 7

Summary

DK Metcalf outscored Jakobi Meyers by 1.9 PPG in 2025 (10.5 to 8.6). 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 DK Metcalf or Jakobi Meyers in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DK Metcalf has the edge at 10.5 PPG compared to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 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 DK Metcalf and Jakobi Meyers average in 2025?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jakobi Meyers averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are DK Metcalf and Jakobi Meyers's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jakobi Meyers (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DK Metcalf or Jakobi Meyers a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf outscored Jakobi Meyers by 1.9 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.