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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Garrett Wilson vs Jayden HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Garrett Wilson outscored Jayden Higgins by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 4 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Garrett Wilson is the clear pick. Jayden Higgins profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRNew York Jets#16PPG LEADER

Garrett Wilson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

395

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

WRHouston Texans#99

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Garrett Wilson

Jayden Higgins

Head to Head

11.6 PPG6.4 PPG

7 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Jayden Higgins: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Garrett Wilson is producing at 53% of elite pace and Jayden Higgins at 29%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Garrett Wilson vs Jayden Higgins: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Garrett Wilson and Jayden Higgins for your lineup, you are not alone. Garrett Wilson finished the 2025 season at 11.6 PPG for the New York Jets (7 games), and Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 for the Houston Texans (17 games).

That 5.2-point weekly advantage for Garrett Wilson 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. Garrett Wilson turned 59 targets into 395 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Jayden Higgins converted 68 looks into 525 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Garrett Wilson sits Week 13 while Jayden Higgins is off Week 14. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Garrett Wilson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jayden Higgins is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Garrett Wilson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Garrett Wilson outscored Jayden Higgins by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins played 17 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Jayden Higgins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jayden Higgins scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jayden Higgins saw 68 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Garrett Wilson vs Jayden Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Garrett Wilson	Jayden Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	6.4
Games Played	7	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	81	109
Receptions	36	41
Rec/Game	5.1	2.4
Receiving Yards	395	525
Rec Yds/Game	56.4	30.9
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	59	68
Target Share/Game	8.4	4.0
Age	25	23
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Garrett Wilson at 11.6 PPG, 5.2 points per game above Jayden Higgins's 6.4. 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 Garrett Wilson or Jayden Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 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 Garrett Wilson and Jayden Higgins average in 2025?▾

Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Garrett Wilson and Jayden Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Garrett Wilson (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13, and Jayden Higgins (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Garrett Wilson or Jayden Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Garrett Wilson outscored Jayden Higgins by 5.2 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.