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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kayshon Boutte vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tory Horton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Kayshon Boutte's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tory Horton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tory Horton edges Kayshon Boutte by 0.7 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, Tory Horton 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#53

Kayshon Boutte

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

551

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

WRSeattle Seahawks#46PPG LEADER

Tory Horton

PPG

8.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

161

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kayshon Boutte

Tory Horton

Head to Head

7.7 PPG8.4 PPG

14 GP7 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kayshon Boutte: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #53 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Kayshon Boutte is producing at 35% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Tory Horton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kayshon Boutte vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Kayshon Boutte and Tory Horton is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.7 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Kayshon Boutte averaged 7.7 PPG with the New England Patriots across 14 games, and Tory Horton posted 8.4 with the Seattle Seahawks in 7.

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. Kayshon Boutte turned 46 targets into 551 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tory Horton converted 22 looks into 161 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 11 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tory Horton outscored Kayshon Boutte by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kayshon Boutte played 14 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. 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.
•Kayshon Boutte saw 46 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kayshon Boutte vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kayshon Boutte	Tory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	8.4
Games Played	14	7
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	59
Receptions	33	13
Rec/Game	2.4	1.9
Receiving Yards	551	161
Rec Yds/Game	39.4	23.0
Receiving TDs	6	5
Targets	46	22
Target Share/Game	3.3	3.1
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

Tory Horton outscored Kayshon Boutte by 0.7 PPG in 2025 (8.4 to 7.7). 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 Tory Horton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tory Horton has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Kayshon Boutte's 7.7 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 Tory Horton average in 2025?▾

Kayshon Boutte averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

Do Kayshon Boutte and Tory Horton share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kayshon Boutte and Tory Horton share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Kayshon Boutte or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tory Horton outscored Kayshon Boutte by 0.7 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.