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Jameson Williams vs Michael PittmanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Michael Pittman's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jameson Williams and Michael Pittman are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-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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WRDetroit Lions#19PPG LEADER
Jameson Williams
PPG
11.0
Games
17
Rec
65
Rec Yds
1,117
Rec TDs
7
Targets
102
Bye
Week 6
WRIndianapolis Colts#33
Michael Pittman
PPG
9.6
Games
17
Rec
80
Rec Yds
784
Rec TDs
7
Targets
111
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jameson Williams
Michael Pittman

Head to Head

11.0 PPG9.6 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Michael Pittman: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jameson Williams is producing at 50% of elite pace and Michael Pittman at 44%. That ranking gap means Jameson Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameson Williams vs Michael Pittman: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jameson Williams and Michael Pittman is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 PPG with the Detroit Lions across 17 games, and Michael Pittman posted 9.6 with the Indianapolis Colts in 17.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jameson Williams turned 102 targets into 1117 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Michael Pittman converted 111 looks into 784 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Jameson Williams has his bye in Week 6, and Michael Pittman rests in Week 13. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Jameson Williams (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Jameson Williams outscored Michael Pittman by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Jameson Williams scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Michael Pittman saw 111 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameson Williams vs Michael Pittman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJameson WilliamsMichael Pittman
PPG (Half-PPR)11.09.6
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)187163
Receptions6580
Rec/Game3.84.7
Receiving Yards1,117784
Rec Yds/Game65.746.1
Receiving TDs77
Targets102111
Target Share/Game6.06.5
Age2528
Experience3 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 6Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jameson Williams at 11.0 PPG, 1.4 points per game above Michael Pittman's 9.6. 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 Jameson Williams or Michael Pittman in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jameson Williams has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Michael Pittman's 9.6 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 Jameson Williams and Michael Pittman average in 2025?

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Jameson Williams and Michael Pittman's bye weeks in 2026?

Jameson Williams (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jameson Williams or Michael Pittman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Jameson Williams outscored Michael Pittman by 1.4 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.