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Jordan Addison vs Marvin Harrison Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Jordan Addison's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Jordan Addison are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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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WRMinnesota Vikings#49
Jordan Addison
PPG
8.1
Games
14
Rec
42
Rec Yds
610
Rec TDs
3
Targets
79
Bye
Week 6
WRArizona Cardinals#39PPG LEADER
Marvin Harrison Jr.
PPG
8.9
Games
12
Rec
41
Rec Yds
608
Rec TDs
4
Targets
73
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jordan Addison
Marvin Harrison Jr.

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8.1 PPG8.9 PPG
14 GP12 GP
Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jordan Addison: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #49 at the position). Marvin Harrison Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jordan Addison is producing at 37% of elite pace and Marvin Harrison Jr. at 40%. That ranking gap means Marvin Harrison Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jordan Addison vs Marvin Harrison Jr.: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jordan Addison and Marvin Harrison Jr. is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.8 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 PPG with the Minnesota Vikings across 14 games, and Marvin Harrison Jr. posted 8.9 with the Arizona Cardinals in 12.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jordan Addison turned 79 targets into 610 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Marvin Harrison Jr. converted 73 looks into 608 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Jordan Addison has his bye in Week 6, and Marvin Harrison Jr. rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Jordan Addison (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Marvin Harrison Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Jordan Addison by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Jordan Addison played 14 games in 2025 compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Jordan Addison contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Jordan Addison scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Jordan Addison saw 79 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jordan Addison vs Marvin Harrison Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJordan AddisonMarvin Harrison Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)8.18.9
Games Played1412
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)113107
Receptions4241
Rec/Game3.03.4
Receiving Yards610608
Rec Yds/Game43.650.7
Receiving TDs34
Targets7973
Target Share/Game5.66.1
Age2423
Experience2 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 6Week 14

Summary

8.9 PPG for Marvin Harrison Jr. versus 8.1 for Jordan Addison in 2025. The baseline favors Marvin Harrison Jr., 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 Jordan Addison or Marvin Harrison Jr. in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Marvin Harrison Jr. has the edge at 8.9 PPG compared to Jordan Addison's 8.1 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 Jordan Addison and Marvin Harrison Jr. average in 2025?

Jordan Addison averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Marvin Harrison Jr. averaged 8.9 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Jordan Addison and Marvin Harrison Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?

Jordan Addison (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jordan Addison or Marvin Harrison Jr. a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Jordan Addison by 0.8 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.