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Elic Ayomanor vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Lockett is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.9 PPG to Elic Ayomanor's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Lockett is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Lockett and Elic Ayomanor are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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
16
Rec
41
Rec Yds
515
Rec TDs
4
Targets
89
Bye
Week 5
WRSeattle Seahawks#99PPG LEADER
Tyler Lockett
PPG
6.9
Games
15
Rec
48
Rec Yds
548
Rec TDs
2
Targets
72
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Elic Ayomanor
Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

6.0 PPG6.9 PPG
16 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Elic Ayomanor: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Lockett: 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 Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Elic Ayomanor vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Elic Ayomanor and Tyler Lockett is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 PPG with the Tennessee Titans across 16 games, and Tyler Lockett posted 6.9 with the Seattle Seahawks in 15.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Elic Ayomanor turned 89 targets into 515 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Elic Ayomanor has his bye in Week 5, and Tyler Lockett rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Tyler Lockett outscored Elic Ayomanor by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Elic Ayomanor played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett'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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatElic AyomanorTyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)6.06.9
Games Played1615
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)96104
Receptions4148
Rec/Game2.63.2
Receiving Yards515548
Rec Yds/Game32.236.5
Receiving TDs42
Targets8972
Target Share/Game5.64.8
Age22-
Experience1 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 10

Summary

6.9 PPG for Tyler Lockett versus 6.0 for Elic Ayomanor in 2025. The baseline favors Tyler Lockett, 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Lockett has the edge at 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?

Elic Ayomanor averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Elic Ayomanor and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?

Elic Ayomanor (TEN) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Elic Ayomanor or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Tyler Lockett outscored Elic Ayomanor by 0.9 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.