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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Justin Jefferson vs Parker WashingtonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Parker Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Justin Jefferson's 9.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Parker Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Parker Washington edges Justin Jefferson by 1.0 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, Parker Washington 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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WRMinnesota Vikings#37

Justin Jefferson

PPG

9.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,048

Rec TDs

Targets

141

Bye

Week 6

WRJacksonville Jaguars#27PPG LEADER

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Justin Jefferson

Parker Washington

Head to Head

9.4 PPG10.4 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Justin Jefferson: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #37 at the position). Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Justin Jefferson is producing at 43% of elite pace and Parker Washington at 47%. That ranking gap means Parker Washington carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Justin Jefferson vs Parker Washington: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Justin Jefferson finished the 2025 season at 9.4 PPG over 17 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Parker Washington clocked in at 10.4 across 15 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 1.0-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.

Target volume is the story here. Justin Jefferson saw 141 targets in 2025, while Parker Washington drew 95. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Justin Jefferson, even in weeks where Parker Washington posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Justin Jefferson is off Week 6 and Parker Washington Week 7. 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: Justin Jefferson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Parker Washington outscored Justin Jefferson by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Justin Jefferson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Parker Washington's 15. That durability gap means Justin Jefferson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Parker Washington scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Justin Jefferson saw 141 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Justin Jefferson vs Parker Washington: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Justin Jefferson	Parker Washington
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.4	10.4
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	160	156
Receptions	84	58
Rec/Game	4.9	3.9
Receiving Yards	1,048	847
Rec Yds/Game	61.6	56.5
Receiving TDs	2	5
Targets	141	95
Target Share/Game	8.3	6.3
Age	26	24
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Parker Washington holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.4 points per game. Justin Jefferson averaged 9.4 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 Justin Jefferson or Parker Washington in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Parker Washington has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Justin Jefferson's 9.4 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 Justin Jefferson and Parker Washington average in 2025?▾

Justin Jefferson averaged 9.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Justin Jefferson and Parker Washington's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Justin Jefferson (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Parker Washington (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Justin Jefferson or Parker Washington a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Parker Washington outscored Justin Jefferson by 1.0 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.