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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jayden Higgins vs Mack HollinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jayden Higgins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.4 PPG to Mack Hollins's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jayden Higgins is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jayden Higgins and Mack Hollins are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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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WRHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRNew England Patriots#99

Mack Hollins

PPG

6.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

550

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jayden Higgins

Mack Hollins

Head to Head

6.4 PPG6.0 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jayden Higgins: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Mack Hollins: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jayden Higgins is producing at 29% of elite pace and Mack Hollins at 27%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jayden Higgins vs Mack Hollins: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jayden Higgins and Mack Hollins is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 PPG with the Houston Texans across 17 games, and Mack Hollins posted 6.0 with the New England Patriots in 15.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jayden Higgins turned 68 targets into 525 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Mack Hollins converted 65 looks into 550 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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: Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Mack Hollins (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Jayden Higgins outscored Mack Hollins by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins played 17 games in 2025 compared to Mack Hollins's 15. That durability gap means Jayden Higgins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jayden Higgins scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jayden Higgins saw 68 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Jayden Higgins is 9 years younger than Mack Hollins (23 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jayden Higgins vs Mack Hollins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jayden Higgins	Mack Hollins
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	6.0
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	109	90
Receptions	41	46
Rec/Game	2.4	3.1
Receiving Yards	525	550
Rec Yds/Game	30.9	36.7
Receiving TDs	6	2
Targets	68	65
Target Share/Game	4.0	4.3
Age	23	32
Experience	1 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

6.4 PPG for Jayden Higgins versus 6.0 for Mack Hollins in 2025. The baseline favors Jayden Higgins, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jayden Higgins or Mack Hollins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jayden Higgins has the edge at 6.4 PPG compared to Mack Hollins's 6.0 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 Jayden Higgins and Mack Hollins average in 2025?▾

Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Mack Hollins averaged 6.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

Do Jayden Higgins and Mack Hollins share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jayden Higgins and Mack Hollins share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Jayden Higgins or Mack Hollins a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jayden Higgins outscored Mack Hollins by 0.4 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.