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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Waddle vs Stefon DiggsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Waddle is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.1 PPG to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Waddle is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jaylen Waddle and Stefon Diggs are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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#29PPG LEADER

Jaylen Waddle

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

910

Rec TDs

Targets

100

Bye

Week 6

WRNew England Patriots#30

Stefon Diggs

PPG

9.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,013

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jaylen Waddle

Stefon Diggs

Head to Head

10.1 PPG9.9 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Waddle: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #29 at the position). Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jaylen Waddle is producing at 46% of elite pace and Stefon Diggs at 45%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jaylen Waddle vs Stefon Diggs: 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 Stefon Diggs clocked in at 9.9 across 17 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 0.2-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 Stefon Diggs converted 102 looks into 1013 yards and 4 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 Stefon Diggs Week 11. 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. Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Jaylen Waddle outscored Stefon Diggs by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Stefon Diggs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Waddle's 16. That durability gap means Stefon Diggs 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.
•Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Jaylen Waddle is 5 years younger than Stefon Diggs (27 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Waddle vs Stefon Diggs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Waddle	Stefon Diggs
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	9.9
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	168
Receptions	64	85
Rec/Game	4.0	5.0
Receiving Yards	910	1,013
Rec Yds/Game	56.9	59.6
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	100	102
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.0
Age	27	32
Experience	4 yrs	10 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Waddle at 10.1 PPG, 0.2 points per game above Stefon Diggs's 9.9. 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 Stefon Diggs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Waddle has the edge at 10.1 PPG compared to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 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 Stefon Diggs average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Jaylen Waddle and Stefon Diggs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Jaylen Waddle or Stefon Diggs a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jaylen Waddle outscored Stefon Diggs by 0.2 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.