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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameson Williams vs Tee HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Jameson Williams's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tee Higgins edges Jameson Williams 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, Tee Higgins 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#19

Jameson Williams

PPG

11.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 6

WRCincinnati Bengals#13PPG LEADER

Tee Higgins

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

846

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jameson Williams

Tee Higgins

Head to Head

11.0 PPG12.1 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Tee Higgins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #13 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jameson Williams is producing at 50% of elite pace and Tee Higgins at 55%. That ranking gap means Tee Higgins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameson Williams vs Tee Higgins: 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 Tee Higgins clocked in at 12.1 across 15 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. 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 Tee Higgins converted 98 looks into 846 yards and 11 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Tee Higgins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tee Higgins outscored Jameson Williams by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameson Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tee Higgins's 15. That durability gap means Jameson Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tee Higgins scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jameson Williams saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameson Williams vs Tee Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameson Williams	Tee Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	12.1
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	187	182
Receptions	65	59
Rec/Game	3.8	3.9
Receiving Yards	1,117	846
Rec Yds/Game	65.7	56.4
Receiving TDs	7	11
Targets	102	98
Target Share/Game	6.0	6.5
Age	25	27
Experience	3 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Tee Higgins outscored Jameson Williams by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (12.1 to 11.0). 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 Tee Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tee Higgins has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Jameson Williams's 11.0 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 Jameson Williams and Tee Higgins average in 2025?▾

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Jameson Williams and Tee Higgins share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jameson Williams and Tee Higgins share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Jameson Williams or Tee Higgins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tee Higgins outscored Jameson Williams 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.