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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jalen McMillan vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Xavier Worthy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Jalen McMillan's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Xavier Worthy is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Xavier Worthy and Jalen McMillan are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#99

Jalen McMillan

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

178

Targets

Bye

Week 11

WRKansas City Chiefs#99PPG LEADER

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jalen McMillan

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

6.0 PPG6.3 PPG

4 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jalen McMillan: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Xavier Worthy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jalen McMillan is producing at 27% of elite pace and Xavier Worthy at 29%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jalen McMillan vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jalen McMillan finished the 2025 season at 6.0 PPG over 4 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Xavier Worthy clocked in at 6.3 across 14 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.3-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. Xavier Worthy saw 73 targets in 2025, while Jalen McMillan drew 15. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Xavier Worthy, even in weeks where Jalen McMillan posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Jalen McMillan is off Week 11 and Xavier Worthy Week 6. 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.

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. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Xavier Worthy outscored Jalen McMillan by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Xavier Worthy played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jalen McMillan's 4. That durability gap means Xavier Worthy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Xavier Worthy saw 73 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jalen McMillan vs Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jalen McMillan	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	6.3
Games Played	4	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	24	88
Receptions	12	42
Rec/Game	3.0	3.0
Receiving Yards	178	532
Rec Yds/Game	44.5	38.0
Receiving TDs	0	1
Targets	15	73
Target Share/Game	3.8	5.2
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Xavier Worthy at 6.3 PPG, 0.3 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 Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Xavier Worthy has the edge at 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

Jalen McMillan averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Jalen McMillan and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jalen McMillan (TB) has a bye in Week 11, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jalen McMillan or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Xavier Worthy outscored Jalen McMillan by 0.3 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.