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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Elic Ayomanor vs Ladd McConkeyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy play this season.

Ladd McConkey is the better play on a neutral week. 9.2 PPG with 789 yards gives a reliable baseline. Elic Ayomanor at 6.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ladd McConkey higher, but do not fade Elic Ayomanor entirely.

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

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WRTennessee Titans#99

Elic Ayomanor

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

515

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

WRLos Angeles Chargers#38PPG LEADER

Ladd McConkey

PPG

9.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Elic Ayomanor

Ladd McConkey

Head to Head

6.0 PPG9.2 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Elic Ayomanor is producing at 27% of elite pace and Ladd McConkey at 42%. That ranking gap means Ladd McConkey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Elic Ayomanor vs Ladd McConkey: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Elic Ayomanor and Ladd McConkey for your lineup, you are not alone. Elic Ayomanor finished the 2025 season at 6.0 PPG for the Tennessee Titans (16 games), and Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 for the Los Angeles Chargers (16 games).

That 3.2-point weekly advantage for Ladd McConkey is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Elic Ayomanor turned 89 targets into 515 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Ladd McConkey converted 106 looks into 789 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Elic Ayomanor is off Week 5 and Ladd McConkey 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

Ladd McConkey is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Elic Ayomanor is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Ladd McConkey outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ladd McConkey scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Ladd McConkey saw 106 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 Ladd McConkey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Elic Ayomanor	Ladd McConkey
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	9.2
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	96	147
Receptions	41	66
Rec/Game	2.6	4.1
Receiving Yards	515	789
Rec Yds/Game	32.2	49.3
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	89	106
Target Share/Game	5.6	6.6
Age	22	24
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ladd McConkey at 9.2 PPG, 3.2 points per game above Elic Ayomanor's 6.0. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Elic Ayomanor or Ladd McConkey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ladd McConkey has the edge at 9.2 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 Ladd McConkey average in 2025?▾

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Elic Ayomanor and Ladd McConkey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5, and Ladd McConkey (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Elic Ayomanor or Ladd McConkey a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ladd McConkey outscored Elic Ayomanor by 3.2 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.