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Jameson Williams vs Rashid Shaheed

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

WRDetroit LionsPPG LEADER
Jameson Williams
PPG
11.0
Games
17
Rec
65
Rec Yds
1,117
Rec TDs
7
Targets
102
Bye
Week 5
WRSeattle Seahawks
Rashid Shaheed
PPG
7.1
Games
18
Rec
59
Rec Yds
687
Rec TDs
2
Targets
92
Bye
Week 10

Head to Head

11.0 PPG7.1 PPG
17 GP18 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Jameson Williams vs Rashid Shaheed: Who Should You Start?

Jameson Williams and Rashid Shaheed are both viable fantasy wide receivers heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 PPG across 17 games with the Detroit Lions, while Rashid Shaheed posted 7.1 PPG in 18 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks.

A 3.9-PPG gap gives Jameson Williams the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jameson Williams turned 102 targets into 1117 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Rashid Shaheed converted 92 looks into 687 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Jameson Williams is off Week 5 and Rashid Shaheed Week 10. 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

Jameson Williams outscored Rashid Shaheed by 3.9 PPG in 2025 (11.0 to 7.1). 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 Jameson Williams or Rashid Shaheed in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jameson Williams has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Rashid Shaheed's 7.1 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 Rashid Shaheed average in 2025?

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rashid Shaheed averaged 7.1 PPG over 18 games. That is a difference of 3.9 points per game.

When are Jameson Williams and Rashid Shaheed's bye weeks in 2026?

Jameson Williams (DET) has a bye in Week 5, and Rashid Shaheed (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jameson Williams or Rashid Shaheed a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Jameson Williams outscored Rashid Shaheed by 3.9 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.