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Updated September 9, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Waddle or Kyren WilliamsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Jaylen Waddle in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1, a 4.3 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at RB and WR. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, Jaylen Waddle is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kyren Williams (14.4 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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WRMiami Dolphins#29

Jaylen Waddle

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

910

Rec TDs

Targets

100

Bye

Week 6

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jaylen Waddle

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

10.1 PPG14.4 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Waddle: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB in most league formats.

Jaylen Waddle vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Jaylen Waddle (WR, Miami Dolphins) against Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Kyren Williams posted 14.4 PPG across 17 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.

Jaylen Waddle has his bye in Week 6, Kyren Williams in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyren 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: Jaylen Waddle (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Kyren Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Jaylen Waddle by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Waddle's 16. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren 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 saw 100 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Waddle vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Waddle	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	14.4
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	245
Rushing Yards	28	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	1.8	73.6
Rushing TDs	0	10
Receptions	64	36
Receiving Yards	910	281
Targets	100	50
Total TDs	6	13
Age	27	26
Experience	4 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 10.1 for Jaylen Waddle in 2025. The baseline favors Kyren Williams, 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 Jaylen Waddle or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 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.

Should I draft Jaylen Waddle or Kyren Williams in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Kyren Williams's 14.4 fantasy points per game against Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Jaylen Waddle and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

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

Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.