George Pickens vs Nico Collins: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between George Pickens and Nico Collins for your lineup, you are not alone. George Pickens finished the 2025 season at 14.4 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (17 games), and Nico Collins averaged 12.7 for the Houston Texans (15 games).
That 1.7-point weekly advantage for George Pickens 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. George Pickens turned 137 targets into 1429 yards and 9 touchdowns, while Nico Collins converted 120 looks into 1117 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
One scheduling note: George Pickens is off Week 7 and Nico Collins Week 14. 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.
