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Garrett Wilson vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Garrett Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Garrett Wilson higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett 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
WRSeattle Seahawks#99
Tyler Lockett
PPG
6.9
Games
15
Rec
48
Rec Yds
548
Rec TDs
2
Targets
72
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Garrett Wilson
Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

11.6 PPG6.9 PPG
7 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Tyler Lockett: 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 Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Garrett Wilson vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Garrett Wilson and Tyler Lockett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Jets wide receiver put up 11.6 PPG in 2025 over 7 games; Tyler Lockett of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 6.9 in 15. A 4.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.7 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 Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Garrett Wilson has his bye in Week 13, and Tyler Lockett rests in Week 10. 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

Garrett Wilson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett 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. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Garrett Wilson outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett 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.
  • Tyler Lockett saw 72 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGarrett WilsonTyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)11.66.9
Games Played715
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)81104
Receptions3648
Rec/Game5.13.2
Receiving Yards395548
Rec Yds/Game56.436.5
Receiving TDs42
Targets5972
Target Share/Game8.44.8
Age25-
Experience3 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 10

Summary

11.6 PPG for Garrett Wilson versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Garrett Wilson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Tyler Lockett average in 2025?

Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 7 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

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

Garrett Wilson (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Garrett Wilson outscored Tyler Lockett by 4.7 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.