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Updated from live statsJoshua Palmer or Matthew GoldenWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Joshua Palmer is a Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver who averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026. Matthew Golden is a Green Bay Packers wide receiver who averaged 14.3 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Joshua Palmer | Matthew Golden |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.8 | 14.3 |
| Games Played | 14 | 6 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 95 | 86 |
| Receptions | 42 | 30 |
| Rec/Game | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Receiving Yards | 498 | 501 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 35.6 | 83.5 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Targets | 65 | 57 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.6 | 9.5 |
| Age | - | 23 |
| Experience | - | 1 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 5 | Week 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Joshua Palmer or Matthew Golden in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Joshua Palmer and Matthew Golden is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Joshua Palmer averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Matthew Golden averaged 14.3.
Should I draft Joshua Palmer or Matthew Golden in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Joshua Palmer averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026, and Matthew Golden averaged 14.3 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Joshua Palmer and Matthew Golden average in 2026?▾
Joshua Palmer averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2026. Matthew Golden averaged 14.3 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 7.5 points per game.
When are Joshua Palmer and Matthew Golden's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Joshua Palmer (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Matthew Golden (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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