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Jakobi Meyers vs Terry McLaurin

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

WRJacksonville Jaguars
Jakobi Meyers
PPG
8.6
Games
16
Rec
75
Rec Yds
835
Rec TDs
3
Targets
110
Bye
Week 12
WRWashington CommandersPPG LEADER
Terry McLaurin
PPG
9.5
Games
10
Rec
38
Rec Yds
582
Rec TDs
3
Targets
60
Bye
Week 14

Head to Head

8.6 PPG9.5 PPG
16 GP10 GP
Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 14

Jakobi Meyers vs Terry McLaurin: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jakobi Meyers finished the 2025 season at 8.6 PPG over 16 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Terry McLaurin clocked in at 9.5 across 10 appearances for the Washington Commanders. A 0.9-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Target volume is the story here. Jakobi Meyers saw 110 targets in 2025, while Terry McLaurin drew 60. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Jakobi Meyers, even in weeks where Terry McLaurin posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Jakobi Meyers is off Week 12 and Terry McLaurin 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.

The Bottom Line

Terry McLaurin outscored Jakobi Meyers by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (9.5 to 8.6). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jakobi Meyers or Terry McLaurin in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Terry McLaurin has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 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 Jakobi Meyers and Terry McLaurin average in 2025?

Jakobi Meyers averaged 8.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Terry McLaurin averaged 9.5 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Jakobi Meyers and Terry McLaurin's bye weeks in 2026?

Jakobi Meyers (JAX) has a bye in Week 12, and Terry McLaurin (WAS) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jakobi Meyers or Terry McLaurin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Terry McLaurin outscored Jakobi Meyers 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.