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Keon Coleman vs Malik Nabers

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

WRBuffalo Bills
Keon Coleman
PPG
6.4
Games
13
Rec
38
Rec Yds
404
Rec TDs
4
Targets
59
Bye
Week 12
WRNew York GiantsPPG LEADER
Malik Nabers
PPG
12.0
Games
4
Rec
18
Rec Yds
271
Rec TDs
2
Targets
35
Bye
Week 11

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6.4 PPG12.0 PPG
13 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 11

Keon Coleman vs Malik Nabers: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between Keon Coleman and Malik Nabers for your lineup, you are not alone. Keon Coleman finished the 2025 season at 6.4 PPG for the Buffalo Bills (13 games), and Malik Nabers averaged 12.0 for the New York Giants (4 games).

That 5.6-point weekly advantage for Malik Nabers is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Keon Coleman turned 59 targets into 404 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Malik Nabers converted 35 looks into 271 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Keon Coleman sits Week 12 while Malik Nabers is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 numbers favor Malik Nabers at 12.0 PPG, 5.6 points per game above Keon Coleman's 6.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Keon Coleman or Malik Nabers in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Malik Nabers has the edge at 12.0 PPG compared to Keon Coleman's 6.4 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 Keon Coleman and Malik Nabers average in 2025?

Keon Coleman averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Malik Nabers averaged 12.0 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Keon Coleman and Malik Nabers's bye weeks in 2026?

Keon Coleman (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Malik Nabers (NYG) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Keon Coleman or Malik Nabers a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Malik Nabers outscored Keon Coleman by 5.6 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.