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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Jaylen WaddleWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Javonte Williams (14.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jaylen Waddle (10.1 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

WRMiami Dolphins#29

Jaylen Waddle

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

910

Rec TDs

Targets

100

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Jaylen Waddle

Head to Head

14.1 PPG10.1 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

Javonte Williams vs Jaylen Waddle: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Javonte Williams (RB, Dallas Cowboys) against Jaylen Waddle (WR, Miami Dolphins) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Jaylen Waddle posted 10.1 PPG across 16 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Javonte Williams has his bye in Week 14, Jaylen Waddle in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Javonte Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jaylen Waddle is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Jaylen Waddle (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Jaylen Waddle by a projected 68 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Waddle caught 64 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs Jaylen Waddle: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Jaylen Waddle
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	10.1
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	162
Rushing Yards	1,201	28
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	1.8
Rushing TDs	11	0
Receptions	35	64
Receiving Yards	137	910
Targets	51	100
Total TDs	13	6
Age	26	27
Experience	4 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Javonte Williams at 14.1 PPG, 4.0 points per game above Jaylen Waddle's 10.1. 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 Javonte Williams or Jaylen Waddle in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 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 Javonte Williams and Jaylen Waddle average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 4.0 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Jaylen Waddle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.