Jayden Higgins vs Terry McLaurin: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between Jayden Higgins and Terry McLaurin for your lineup, you are not alone. Jayden Higgins finished the 2025 season at 6.4 PPG for the Houston Texans (17 games), and Terry McLaurin averaged 9.5 for the Washington Commanders (10 games).
That 3.1-point weekly advantage for Terry McLaurin 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. Jayden Higgins turned 68 targets into 525 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Terry McLaurin converted 60 looks into 582 yards and 3 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.
