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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Elic Ayomanor vs Marquise BrownWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Marquise Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.1 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Marquise Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Marquise Brown edges Elic Ayomanor by 1.1 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, Marquise Brown 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

WRKansas City Chiefs#56PPG LEADER

Marquise Brown

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

587

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Elic Ayomanor

Marquise Brown

Head to Head

6.0 PPG7.1 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Marquise Brown: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #56 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Elic Ayomanor is producing at 27% of elite pace and Marquise Brown at 32%. That ranking gap means Marquise Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Elic Ayomanor vs Marquise Brown: 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 Marquise Brown clocked in at 7.1 across 16 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 1.1-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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Elic Ayomanor turned 89 targets into 515 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Marquise Brown converted 74 looks into 587 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 5 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Marquise Brown (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Marquise Brown outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Marquise Brown scored 5 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.
•Elic Ayomanor is 6 years younger than Marquise Brown (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 5 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Elic Ayomanor vs Marquise Brown: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Elic Ayomanor	Marquise Brown
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	7.1
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	96	114
Receptions	41	49
Rec/Game	2.6	3.1
Receiving Yards	515	587
Rec Yds/Game	32.2	36.7
Receiving TDs	4	5
Targets	89	74
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.6
Age	22	28
Experience	1 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 5

Summary

Marquise Brown outscored Elic Ayomanor by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (7.1 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 Marquise Brown in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Marquise Brown has the edge at 7.1 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 Marquise Brown average in 2025?▾

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Marquise Brown averaged 7.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Elic Ayomanor and Marquise Brown share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Elic Ayomanor and Marquise Brown share a Week 5 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Elic Ayomanor or Marquise Brown a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Marquise Brown outscored Elic Ayomanor by 1.1 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.