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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

DK Metcalf vs Jordan AddisonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DK Metcalf is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.5 PPG to Jordan Addison's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

DK Metcalf is the better fantasy play this season.

DK Metcalf is the better play on a neutral week. 10.5 PPG with 862 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jordan Addison at 8.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft DK Metcalf higher, but do not fade Jordan Addison entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRPittsburgh Steelers#25PPG LEADER

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

WRMinnesota Vikings#49

Jordan Addison

PPG

8.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

610

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

DK Metcalf

Jordan Addison

Head to Head

10.5 PPG8.1 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

DK Metcalf: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Jordan Addison: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, DK Metcalf is producing at 48% of elite pace and Jordan Addison at 37%. That ranking gap means DK Metcalf carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

DK Metcalf vs Jordan Addison: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between DK Metcalf and Jordan Addison is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver put up 10.5 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Jordan Addison of the Minnesota Vikings averaged 8.1 in 14. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors DK Metcalf, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. DK Metcalf turned 99 targets into 850 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Jordan Addison converted 79 looks into 610 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: DK Metcalf sits Week 9 while Jordan Addison is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Jordan Addison (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•DK Metcalf outscored Jordan Addison by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DK Metcalf played 15 games in 2025 compared to Jordan Addison's 14. That durability gap means DK Metcalf 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.
•DK Metcalf saw 99 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Jordan Addison is 4 years younger than DK Metcalf (24 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DK Metcalf vs Jordan Addison: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DK Metcalf	Jordan Addison
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.5	8.1
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	158	113
Receptions	59	42
Rec/Game	3.9	3.0
Receiving Yards	850	610
Rec Yds/Game	56.7	43.6
Receiving TDs	6	3
Targets	99	79
Target Share/Game	6.6	5.6
Age	28	24
Experience	6 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

10.5 PPG for DK Metcalf versus 8.1 for Jordan Addison in 2025. The baseline favors DK Metcalf, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DK Metcalf or Jordan Addison in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DK Metcalf has the edge at 10.5 PPG compared to Jordan Addison's 8.1 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 Jordan Addison average in 2025?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are DK Metcalf and Jordan Addison's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Jordan Addison (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is DK Metcalf or Jordan Addison a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf outscored Jordan Addison by 2.4 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.