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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Elic Ayomanor vs Jayden HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jayden Higgins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.4 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Higgins is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jayden Higgins and Elic Ayomanor are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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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WRTennessee Titans#99

Elic Ayomanor

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

515

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

WRHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Elic Ayomanor

Jayden Higgins

Head to Head

6.0 PPG6.4 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Jayden Higgins: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Elic Ayomanor is producing at 27% of elite pace and Jayden Higgins at 29%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Elic Ayomanor vs Jayden Higgins: The Full Breakdown

Elic Ayomanor (6.0 PPG) and Jayden Higgins (6.4 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Elic Ayomanor played 16 games for the Tennessee Titans; Jayden Higgins suited up 17 times for the Houston Texans.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Elic Ayomanor turned 89 targets into 515 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Jayden Higgins converted 68 looks into 525 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Elic Ayomanor sits Week 5 while Jayden Higgins is off Week 14. 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: Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jayden Higgins outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins played 17 games in 2025 compared to Elic Ayomanor's 16. That durability gap means Jayden Higgins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jayden Higgins scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Elic Ayomanor saw 89 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Elic Ayomanor vs Jayden Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Elic Ayomanor	Jayden Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	6.4
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	96	109
Receptions	41	41
Rec/Game	2.6	2.4
Receiving Yards	515	525
Rec Yds/Game	32.2	30.9
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	89	68
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.0
Age	22	23
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 14

Summary

6.4 PPG for Jayden Higgins versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor in 2025. The baseline favors Jayden Higgins, 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 Elic Ayomanor or Jayden Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jayden Higgins has the edge at 6.4 PPG compared to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 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 Elic Ayomanor and Jayden Higgins average in 2025?▾

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Elic Ayomanor and Jayden Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5, and Jayden Higgins (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Elic Ayomanor or Jayden Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jayden Higgins outscored Elic Ayomanor by 0.4 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.