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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameson Williams vs Stefon DiggsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jameson Williams edges Stefon Diggs by 1.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jameson Williams goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

102

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

Jameson Williams

Stefon Diggs

Head to Head

11.0 PPG9.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jameson Williams is producing at 50% of elite pace and Stefon Diggs at 45%. That ranking gap means Jameson Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameson Williams vs Stefon Diggs: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jameson Williams finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG over 17 games with the Detroit Lions, while Stefon Diggs clocked in at 9.9 across 17 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 1.1-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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jameson Williams turned 102 targets into 1117 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Stefon Diggs converted 102 looks into 1013 yards and 4 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 6 and Stefon Diggs Week 11. 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: Jameson Williams (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Jameson Williams outscored Stefon Diggs by a projected 19 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.
•Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Jameson Williams is 7 years younger than Stefon Diggs (25 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameson Williams vs Stefon Diggs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameson Williams	Stefon Diggs
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	9.9
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	187	168
Receptions	65	85
Rec/Game	3.8	5.0
Receiving Yards	1,117	1,013
Rec Yds/Game	65.7	59.6
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	102	102
Target Share/Game	6.0	6.0
Age	25	32
Experience	3 yrs	10 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

Jameson Williams outscored Stefon Diggs by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (11.0 to 9.9). 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 Stefon Diggs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jameson Williams has the edge at 11.0 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 Jameson Williams and Stefon Diggs average in 2025?▾

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Jameson Williams and Stefon Diggs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jameson Williams (DET) 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 Jameson Williams or Stefon Diggs a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jameson Williams outscored Stefon Diggs by 1.1 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.