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Garrett Wilson vs Ladd McConkeyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Garrett Wilson is the better play on a neutral week. 11.6 PPG with 395 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ladd McConkey at 9.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Garrett Wilson higher, but do not fade Ladd McConkey entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRNew York Jets#16PPG LEADER
Garrett Wilson
PPG
11.6
Games
7
Rec
36
Rec Yds
395
Rec TDs
4
Targets
59
Bye
Week 13
WRLos Angeles Chargers#38
Ladd McConkey
PPG
9.2
Games
16
Rec
66
Rec Yds
789
Rec TDs
6
Targets
106
Bye
Week 7

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Garrett Wilson
Ladd McConkey

Head to Head

11.6 PPG9.2 PPG
7 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Garrett Wilson is producing at 53% of elite pace and Ladd McConkey at 42%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Garrett Wilson vs Ladd McConkey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Garrett Wilson and Ladd McConkey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Jets wide receiver put up 11.6 PPG in 2025 over 7 games; Ladd McConkey of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 9.2 in 16. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors Garrett Wilson, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Target volume is the story here. Ladd McConkey saw 106 targets in 2025, while Garrett Wilson drew 59. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Ladd McConkey, even in weeks where Garrett Wilson posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Garrett Wilson is off Week 13 and Ladd McConkey Week 7. 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: Garrett Wilson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Garrett Wilson outscored Ladd McConkey by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Ladd McConkey played 16 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Ladd McConkey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Ladd McConkey scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Ladd McConkey saw 106 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 Ladd McConkey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGarrett WilsonLadd McConkey
PPG (Half-PPR)11.69.2
Games Played716
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)81147
Receptions3666
Rec/Game5.14.1
Receiving Yards395789
Rec Yds/Game56.449.3
Receiving TDs46
Targets59106
Target Share/Game8.46.6
Age2524
Experience3 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 7

Summary

11.6 PPG for Garrett Wilson versus 9.2 for Ladd McConkey in 2025. The baseline favors Garrett Wilson, 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 Garrett Wilson or Ladd McConkey in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 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 Ladd McConkey average in 2025?

Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are Garrett Wilson and Ladd McConkey's bye weeks in 2026?

Garrett Wilson (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13, and Ladd McConkey (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Garrett Wilson or Ladd McConkey a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Garrett Wilson outscored Ladd McConkey by 2.4 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.