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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Waddle vs Michael WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Michael Wilson and Jaylen Waddle are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-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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WRMiami Dolphins#29

Jaylen Waddle

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

910

Rec TDs

Targets

100

Bye

Week 6

WRArizona Cardinals#24PPG LEADER

Michael Wilson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,006

Rec TDs

Targets

126

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jaylen Waddle

Michael Wilson

Head to Head

10.1 PPG10.7 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jaylen Waddle is producing at 46% of elite pace and Michael Wilson at 49%. That ranking gap means Michael Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jaylen Waddle vs Michael Wilson: The Full Breakdown

Jaylen Waddle (10.1 PPG) and Michael Wilson (10.7 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Jaylen Waddle played 16 games for the Miami Dolphins; Michael Wilson suited up 17 times for the Arizona Cardinals.

A 0.6-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Target volume is the story here. Michael Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025, while Jaylen Waddle drew 100. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Michael Wilson, even in weeks where Jaylen Waddle posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jaylen Waddle sits Week 6 while Michael Wilson is off Week 14. 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: Jaylen Waddle (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Michael Wilson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Michael Wilson outscored Jaylen Waddle by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Waddle's 16. That durability gap means Michael Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Wilson scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Michael Wilson saw 126 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 Michael Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Waddle	Michael Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	10.7
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	182
Receptions	64	78
Rec/Game	4.0	4.6
Receiving Yards	910	1,006
Rec Yds/Game	56.9	59.2
Receiving TDs	6	7
Targets	100	126
Target Share/Game	6.3	7.4
Age	27	26
Experience	4 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Michael Wilson at 10.7 PPG, 0.6 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 Jaylen Waddle or Michael Wilson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Wilson has the edge at 10.7 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 Jaylen Waddle and Michael Wilson average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Jaylen Waddle and Michael Wilson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Jaylen Waddle or Michael Wilson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson outscored Jaylen Waddle by 0.6 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.