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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Waddle vs Parker WashingtonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Parker Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Jaylen Waddle's 10.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Parker Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Parker Washington and Jaylen Waddle are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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

WRJacksonville Jaguars#27PPG LEADER

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Jaylen Waddle

Parker Washington

Head to Head

10.1 PPG10.4 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jaylen Waddle is producing at 46% of elite pace and Parker Washington at 47%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jaylen Waddle vs Parker Washington: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jaylen Waddle finished the 2025 season at 10.1 PPG over 16 games with the Miami Dolphins, while Parker Washington clocked in at 10.4 across 15 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 0.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jaylen Waddle turned 100 targets into 910 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Parker Washington converted 95 looks into 847 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Jaylen Waddle is off Week 6 and Parker Washington Week 7. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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. Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Parker Washington outscored Jaylen Waddle by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaylen Waddle played 16 games in 2025 compared to Parker Washington's 15. That durability gap means Jaylen Waddle contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaylen Waddle scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•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 Parker Washington: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Waddle	Parker Washington
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	10.4
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	156
Receptions	64	58
Rec/Game	4.0	3.9
Receiving Yards	910	847
Rec Yds/Game	56.9	56.5
Receiving TDs	6	5
Targets	100	95
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.3
Age	27	24
Experience	4 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

10.4 PPG for Parker Washington versus 10.1 for Jaylen Waddle in 2025. The baseline favors Parker Washington, 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 Parker Washington in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Parker Washington has the edge at 10.4 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.

How many fantasy points did Jaylen Waddle and Parker Washington average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Jaylen Waddle and Parker Washington's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and Parker Washington (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaylen Waddle or Parker Washington a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Parker Washington outscored Jaylen Waddle by 0.3 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.