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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ja'Marr Chase vs Stefon DiggsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ja'Marr Chase is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.7 PPG to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ja'Marr Chase is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Ja'Marr Chase outscored Stefon Diggs by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 8 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ja'Marr Chase is the clear pick. Stefon Diggs profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRCincinnati Bengals#3PPG LEADER

Ja'Marr Chase

PPG

15.7

Games

Rec

125

Rec Yds

1,412

Rec TDs

Targets

185

Bye

Week 6

WRNew England Patriots#30

Stefon Diggs

PPG

9.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,013

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Ja'Marr Chase

Stefon Diggs

Head to Head

15.7 PPG9.9 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ja'Marr Chase: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #3 at the position). Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ja'Marr Chase is producing at 71% of elite pace and Stefon Diggs at 45%. That ranking gap means Ja'Marr Chase carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ja'Marr Chase vs Stefon Diggs: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ja'Marr Chase and Stefon Diggs is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver put up 15.7 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Stefon Diggs of the New England Patriots averaged 9.9 in 17. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 points favors Ja'Marr Chase, 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.

Target volume is the story here. Ja'Marr Chase saw 185 targets in 2025, while Stefon Diggs drew 102. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Ja'Marr Chase, even in weeks where Stefon Diggs posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ja'Marr Chase sits Week 6 while Stefon Diggs is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Ja'Marr Chase is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Stefon Diggs is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Ja'Marr Chase (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Ja'Marr Chase outscored Stefon Diggs by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Stefon Diggs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ja'Marr Chase's 16. That durability gap means Stefon Diggs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ja'Marr Chase scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Ja'Marr Chase saw 185 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Ja'Marr Chase is 6 years younger than Stefon Diggs (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ja'Marr Chase vs Stefon Diggs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ja'Marr Chase	Stefon Diggs
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.7	9.9
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	251	168
Receptions	125	85
Rec/Game	7.8	5.0
Receiving Yards	1,412	1,013
Rec Yds/Game	88.3	59.6
Receiving TDs	8	4
Targets	185	102
Target Share/Game	11.6	6.0
Age	26	32
Experience	4 yrs	10 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

15.7 PPG for Ja'Marr Chase versus 9.9 for Stefon Diggs in 2025. The baseline favors Ja'Marr Chase, 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 Ja'Marr Chase or Stefon Diggs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ja'Marr Chase has the edge at 15.7 PPG compared to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 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 Ja'Marr Chase and Stefon Diggs average in 2025?▾

Ja'Marr Chase averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Ja'Marr Chase and Stefon Diggs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ja'Marr Chase (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Stefon Diggs (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ja'Marr Chase or Stefon Diggs a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ja'Marr Chase outscored Stefon Diggs by 5.8 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.