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DK Metcalf or Jaylen WaddleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DK Metcalf is a Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver who averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Jaylen Waddle is a Denver Broncos wide receiver who averaged 7.3 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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WRPittsburgh Steelers#36 WR
DK Metcalf
PPG
9.0
Games
6
Rec
30
Rec Yds
318
Rec TDs
1
Targets
52
Bye
Week 9
WRDenver Broncos#49 WR
Jaylen Waddle
PPG
7.3
Games
6
Rec
22
Rec Yds
228
Rec TDs
1
Targets
38
Bye
Week 10

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DK Metcalf vs Jaylen Waddle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDK MetcalfJaylen Waddle
PPG (Half-PPR)9.07.3
Games Played66
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)5444
Receptions3022
Rec/Game5.03.7
Receiving Yards318228
Rec Yds/Game53.038.0
Receiving TDs11
Targets5238
Target Share/Game8.76.3
Age2827
Experience7 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 10

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DK Metcalf or Jaylen Waddle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for DK Metcalf and Jaylen Waddle is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, DK Metcalf averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jaylen Waddle averaged 7.3.

Should I draft DK Metcalf or Jaylen Waddle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Jaylen Waddle averaged 7.3 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did DK Metcalf and Jaylen Waddle average in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Jaylen Waddle averaged 7.3 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 1.7 points per game.

When are DK Metcalf and Jaylen Waddle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jaylen Waddle (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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