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Garrett Wilson vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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. Ryan Flournoy at 7.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Garrett Wilson higher, but do not fade Ryan Flournoy 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
WRDallas Cowboys#55
Ryan Flournoy
PPG
7.2
Games
13
Rec
40
Rec Yds
475
Rec TDs
4
Targets
56
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Garrett Wilson
Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

11.6 PPG7.2 PPG
7 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Garrett Wilson is producing at 53% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Garrett Wilson vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Garrett Wilson and Ryan Flournoy 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 Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 for the Dallas Cowboys (13 games).

That 4.4-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 Ryan Flournoy converted 56 looks into 475 yards and 4 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 Ryan Flournoy 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. Ryan Flournoy 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. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Garrett Wilson outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Garrett Wilson scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Garrett Wilson saw 59 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 Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGarrett WilsonRyan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)11.67.2
Games Played713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)8194
Receptions3640
Rec/Game5.13.1
Receiving Yards395475
Rec Yds/Game56.436.5
Receiving TDs44
Targets5956
Target Share/Game8.44.3
Age2526
Experience3 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Garrett Wilson at 11.6 PPG, 4.4 points per game above Ryan Flournoy's 7.2. 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 Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?

Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

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

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

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

Garrett Wilson outscored Ryan Flournoy by 4.4 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.