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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jerry Jeudy vs Michael WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

The Bottom Line

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Michael Wilson edges Jerry Jeudy by 0.6 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Michael Wilson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRCleveland Browns#99

Jerry Jeudy

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

845

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 10

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

Jerry Jeudy

Michael Wilson

Head to Head

10.1 PPG10.7 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jerry Jeudy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jerry Jeudy 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.

Jerry Jeudy vs Michael Wilson: The Full Breakdown

Jerry Jeudy (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. Jerry Jeudy played 17 games for the Cleveland Browns; 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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jerry Jeudy turned 108 targets into 845 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Michael Wilson converted 126 looks into 1006 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jerry Jeudy sits Week 10 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: Jerry Jeudy (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 Jerry Jeudy by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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

Jerry Jeudy vs Michael Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jerry Jeudy	Michael Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	10.7
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	172	182
Receptions	68	78
Rec/Game	4.0	4.6
Receiving Yards	845	1,006
Rec Yds/Game	49.7	59.2
Receiving TDs	3	7
Targets	108	126
Target Share/Game	6.4	7.4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Michael Wilson holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.7 points per game. Jerry Jeudy averaged 10.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jerry Jeudy or Michael Wilson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Wilson has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Jerry Jeudy'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 Jerry Jeudy and Michael Wilson average in 2025?▾

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

When are Jerry Jeudy and Michael Wilson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jerry Jeudy (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jerry Jeudy or Michael Wilson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson outscored Jerry Jeudy 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.