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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jauan Jennings vs Michael PittmanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.7 PPG to Michael Pittman's 9.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jauan Jennings and Michael Pittman are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-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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WRSan Francisco 49ers#31PPG LEADER

Jauan Jennings

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

643

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

WRIndianapolis Colts#33

Michael Pittman

PPG

9.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

784

Rec TDs

Targets

111

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Jauan Jennings

Michael Pittman

Head to Head

9.7 PPG9.6 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jauan Jennings: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #31 at the position). Michael Pittman: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jauan Jennings is producing at 44% of elite pace and Michael Pittman at 44%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jauan Jennings vs Michael Pittman: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jauan Jennings finished the 2025 season at 9.7 PPG over 15 games with the San Francisco 49ers, while Michael Pittman clocked in at 9.6 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. A 0.1-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. Jauan Jennings turned 90 targets into 643 yards and 9 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.

One scheduling note: Jauan Jennings is off Week 8 and Michael Pittman Week 13. 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: Jauan Jennings (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jauan Jennings outscored Michael Pittman by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Pittman played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jauan Jennings's 15. That durability gap means Michael Pittman contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jauan Jennings scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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

Jauan Jennings vs Michael Pittman: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jauan Jennings	Michael Pittman
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.7	9.6
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	146	163
Receptions	55	80
Rec/Game	3.7	4.7
Receiving Yards	643	784
Rec Yds/Game	42.9	46.1
Receiving TDs	9	7
Targets	90	111
Target Share/Game	6.0	6.5
Age	28	28
Experience	5 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jauan Jennings at 9.7 PPG, 0.1 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 Jauan Jennings or Michael Pittman in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jauan Jennings has the edge at 9.7 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 Jauan Jennings and Michael Pittman average in 2025?▾

Jauan Jennings averaged 9.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Jauan Jennings and Michael Pittman's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jauan Jennings (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jauan Jennings or Michael Pittman a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jauan Jennings outscored Michael Pittman by 0.1 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.