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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kayshon Boutte vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kayshon Boutte is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kayshon Boutte is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kayshon Boutte edges Ryan Flournoy by 0.5 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, Kayshon Boutte 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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WRNew England Patriots#53PPG LEADER

Kayshon Boutte

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

551

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Kayshon Boutte

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

7.7 PPG7.2 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Kayshon Boutte: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #53 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Kayshon Boutte is producing at 35% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Kayshon Boutte vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

Kayshon Boutte (7.7 PPG) and Ryan Flournoy (7.2 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. Kayshon Boutte played 14 games for the New England Patriots; Ryan Flournoy suited up 13 times for the Dallas Cowboys.

A 0.5-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. Kayshon Boutte turned 46 targets into 551 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Ryan Flournoy converted 56 looks into 475 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Kayshon Boutte sits Week 11 while Ryan Flournoy 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: Kayshon Boutte (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Kayshon Boutte outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kayshon Boutte played 14 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Kayshon Boutte contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kayshon Boutte scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Ryan Flournoy saw 56 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kayshon Boutte vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kayshon Boutte	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	7.2
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	94
Receptions	33	40
Rec/Game	2.4	3.1
Receiving Yards	551	475
Rec Yds/Game	39.4	36.5
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	46	56
Target Share/Game	3.3	4.3
Age	24	26
Experience	2 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 14

Summary

Kayshon Boutte outscored Ryan Flournoy by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (7.7 to 7.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kayshon Boutte or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kayshon Boutte has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Kayshon Boutte and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Kayshon Boutte averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Kayshon Boutte and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kayshon Boutte (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kayshon Boutte or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Kayshon Boutte outscored Ryan Flournoy by 0.5 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.