Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jerry Jeudy vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jerry Jeudy is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.1 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jerry Jeudy is the better fantasy play this season.

Jerry Jeudy is the better play on a neutral week. 10.1 PPG with 845 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jerry Jeudy higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Jerry Jeudy and Tyler Lockett in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

WRCleveland Browns#99PPG LEADER

Jerry Jeudy

PPG

10.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

845

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 10

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jerry Jeudy

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

10.1 PPG6.9 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jerry Jeudy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jerry Jeudy is producing at 46% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jerry Jeudy vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jerry Jeudy and Tyler Lockett for your lineup, you are not alone. Jerry Jeudy finished the 2025 season at 10.1 PPG for the Cleveland Browns (17 games), and Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 for the Seattle Seahawks (15 games).

That 3.2-point weekly advantage for Jerry Jeudy is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Target volume is the story here. Jerry Jeudy saw 108 targets in 2025, while Tyler Lockett drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Jerry Jeudy, even in weeks where Tyler Lockett posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jerry Jeudy is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jerry Jeudy (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jerry Jeudy outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jerry Jeudy played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett's 15. That durability gap means Jerry Jeudy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jerry Jeudy scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jerry Jeudy saw 108 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jerry Jeudy vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jerry Jeudy	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.1	6.9
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	172	104
Receptions	68	48
Rec/Game	4.0	3.2
Receiving Yards	845	548
Rec Yds/Game	49.7	36.5
Receiving TDs	3	2
Targets	108	72
Target Share/Game	6.4	4.8
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jerry Jeudy at 10.1 PPG, 3.2 points per game above Tyler Lockett's 6.9. 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Jerry Jeudy vs Tyler Lockett

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Jerry Jeudy vs Tyler Lockett

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jerry Jeudy or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jerry Jeudy has the edge at 10.1 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Jerry Jeudy and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Jerry Jeudy averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

Do Jerry Jeudy and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jerry Jeudy and Tyler Lockett share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Jerry Jeudy or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jerry Jeudy outscored Tyler Lockett by 3.2 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.