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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jalen McMillan vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tory Horton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Jalen McMillan's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tory Horton is the better fantasy play this season.

Tory Horton is the better play on a neutral week. 8.4 PPG with 161 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jalen McMillan at 6.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tory Horton higher, but do not fade Jalen McMillan entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#99

Jalen McMillan

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

178

Targets

Bye

Week 11

WRSeattle Seahawks#46PPG LEADER

Tory Horton

PPG

8.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

161

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jalen McMillan

Tory Horton

Head to Head

6.0 PPG8.4 PPG

4 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jalen McMillan: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jalen McMillan is producing at 27% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Tory Horton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jalen McMillan vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jalen McMillan and Tory Horton for your lineup, you are not alone. Jalen McMillan finished the 2025 season at 6.0 PPG for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4 games), and Tory Horton averaged 8.4 for the Seattle Seahawks (7 games).

That 2.4-point weekly advantage for Tory Horton 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. Jalen McMillan turned 15 targets into 178 yards and undefined touchdowns, while Tory Horton converted 22 looks into 161 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Jalen McMillan (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tory Horton outscored Jalen McMillan by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tory Horton played 7 games in 2025 compared to Jalen McMillan's 4. That durability gap means Tory Horton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tory Horton saw 22 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jalen McMillan vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jalen McMillan	Tory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	8.4
Games Played	4	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	24	59
Receptions	12	13
Rec/Game	3.0	1.9
Receiving Yards	178	161
Rec Yds/Game	44.5	23.0
Receiving TDs	0	5
Targets	15	22
Target Share/Game	3.8	3.1
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tory Horton at 8.4 PPG, 2.4 points per game above Jalen McMillan's 6.0. 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 Jalen McMillan or Tory Horton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tory Horton has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Jalen McMillan's 6.0 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 Jalen McMillan and Tory Horton average in 2025?▾

Jalen McMillan averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

Do Jalen McMillan and Tory Horton share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jalen McMillan and Tory Horton share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Jalen McMillan or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tory Horton outscored Jalen McMillan by 2.4 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.