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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Elic Ayomanor vs Luther Burden IIIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Luther Burden III is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.0 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Luther Burden III is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Luther Burden III edges Elic Ayomanor by 1.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Luther Burden III goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

WRChicago Bears#60PPG LEADER

Luther Burden III

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

652

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Elic Ayomanor

Luther Burden III

Head to Head

6.0 PPG7.0 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Luther Burden III: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #60 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Elic Ayomanor is producing at 27% of elite pace and Luther Burden III at 32%. That ranking gap means Luther Burden III carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Elic Ayomanor vs Luther Burden III: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Elic Ayomanor finished the 2025 season at 6.0 PPG over 16 games with the Tennessee Titans, while Luther Burden III clocked in at 7.0 across 15 appearances for the Chicago Bears. A 1.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Target volume is the story here. Elic Ayomanor saw 89 targets in 2025, while Luther Burden III drew 60. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Elic Ayomanor, even in weeks where Luther Burden III posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Elic Ayomanor is off Week 5 and Luther Burden III Week 10. 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: Elic Ayomanor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Luther Burden III (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Luther Burden III outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Elic Ayomanor played 16 games in 2025 compared to Luther Burden III's 15. That durability gap means Elic Ayomanor contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Elic Ayomanor scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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 Luther Burden III: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Elic Ayomanor	Luther Burden III
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	7.0
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	96	105
Receptions	41	47
Rec/Game	2.6	3.1
Receiving Yards	515	652
Rec Yds/Game	32.2	43.5
Receiving TDs	4	2
Targets	89	60
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.0
Age	22	22
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

Luther Burden III outscored Elic Ayomanor by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (7.0 to 6.0). 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 Elic Ayomanor or Luther Burden III in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Luther Burden III has the edge at 7.0 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 Luther Burden III average in 2025?▾

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Luther Burden III averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Elic Ayomanor and Luther Burden III's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5, and Luther Burden III (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Elic Ayomanor or Luther Burden III a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Luther Burden III outscored Elic Ayomanor by 1.0 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.