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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Elic Ayomanor vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ryan Flournoy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ryan Flournoy is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ryan Flournoy and Elic Ayomanor are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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

WRDallas Cowboys#55PPG LEADER

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Elic Ayomanor

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

6.0 PPG7.2 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Elic Ayomanor is producing at 27% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Ryan Flournoy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Elic Ayomanor vs Ryan Flournoy: 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 Ryan Flournoy clocked in at 7.2 across 13 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 1.2-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 Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Elic Ayomanor, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy 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 Ryan Flournoy Week 14. 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. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ryan Flournoy outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Elic Ayomanor played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. 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.
•Elic Ayomanor is 4 years younger than Ryan Flournoy (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Elic Ayomanor vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Elic Ayomanor	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	7.2
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	96	94
Receptions	41	40
Rec/Game	2.6	3.1
Receiving Yards	515	475
Rec Yds/Game	32.2	36.5
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	89	56
Target Share/Game	5.6	4.3
Age	22	26
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 14

Summary

7.2 PPG for Ryan Flournoy versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor in 2025. The baseline favors Ryan Flournoy, 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 Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ryan Flournoy has the edge at 7.2 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 Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Elic Ayomanor and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Elic Ayomanor or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ryan Flournoy outscored Elic Ayomanor by 1.2 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.