Garrett Wilson vs Ricky Pearsall: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Garrett Wilson and Ricky Pearsall is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Jets wide receiver put up 11.6 PPG in 2025 over 7 games; Ricky Pearsall of the San Francisco 49ers averaged 7.8 in 9. A 3.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 3.8 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.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Garrett Wilson turned 59 targets into 395 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Ricky Pearsall converted 53 looks into 528 yards and undefined 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 12 while Ricky Pearsall is off Week 9. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.
