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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jauan Jennings vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.7 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jauan Jennings is the better fantasy play this season.

Jauan Jennings is the better play on a neutral week. 9.7 PPG with 643 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jauan Jennings higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jauan Jennings

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

9.7 PPG6.9 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jauan Jennings: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #31 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jauan Jennings is producing at 44% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Jauan Jennings carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jauan Jennings vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jauan Jennings and Tyler Lockett for your lineup, you are not alone. Jauan Jennings finished the 2025 season at 9.7 PPG for the San Francisco 49ers (15 games), and Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 for the Seattle Seahawks (15 games).

That 2.8-point weekly advantage for Jauan Jennings is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jauan Jennings turned 90 targets into 643 yards and 9 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jauan Jennings sits Week 8 while Tyler Lockett is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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

Did You Know?

•Jauan Jennings outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jauan Jennings scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jauan Jennings saw 90 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 Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jauan Jennings	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.7	6.9
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	146	104
Receptions	55	48
Rec/Game	3.7	3.2
Receiving Yards	643	548
Rec Yds/Game	42.9	36.5
Receiving TDs	9	2
Targets	90	72
Target Share/Game	6.0	4.8
Age	28	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jauan Jennings at 9.7 PPG, 2.8 points per game above Tyler Lockett's 6.9. 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 Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jauan Jennings has the edge at 9.7 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Jauan Jennings and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Jauan Jennings averaged 9.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

When are Jauan Jennings and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jauan Jennings (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jauan Jennings or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jauan Jennings outscored Tyler Lockett by 2.8 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.