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Garrett Wilson vs Michael WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Michael Wilson's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Garrett Wilson edges Michael Wilson by 0.9 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, Garrett Wilson 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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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
WRArizona Cardinals#24
Michael Wilson
PPG
10.7
Games
17
Rec
78
Rec Yds
1,006
Rec TDs
7
Targets
126
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Garrett Wilson
Michael Wilson

Head to Head

11.6 PPG10.7 PPG
7 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Garrett Wilson is producing at 53% of elite pace and Michael Wilson at 49%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Garrett Wilson vs Michael Wilson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Garrett Wilson and Michael Wilson 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. Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 PPG with the New York Jets across 7 games, and Michael Wilson posted 10.7 with the Arizona Cardinals in 17.

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.

Target volume is the story here. Michael Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025, while Garrett Wilson drew 59. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Michael Wilson, even in weeks where Garrett Wilson posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Garrett Wilson has his bye in Week 13, and Michael Wilson rests in Week 14. 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: Garrett Wilson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Michael Wilson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Garrett Wilson outscored Michael Wilson by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Michael Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Michael Wilson scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Michael Wilson saw 126 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 Michael Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGarrett WilsonMichael Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)11.610.7
Games Played717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)81182
Receptions3678
Rec/Game5.14.6
Receiving Yards3951,006
Rec Yds/Game56.459.2
Receiving TDs47
Targets59126
Target Share/Game8.47.4
Age2526
Experience3 yrs2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Garrett Wilson holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.6 points per game. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Garrett Wilson or Michael Wilson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Michael Wilson's 10.7 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 Michael Wilson average in 2025?

Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

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

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

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

Garrett Wilson outscored Michael Wilson 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.