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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Shakir vs Ladd McConkeyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Khalil Shakir's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ladd McConkey and Khalil Shakir are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRBuffalo Bills#48

Khalil Shakir

PPG

8.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

719

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRLos Angeles Chargers#38PPG LEADER

Ladd McConkey

PPG

9.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Khalil Shakir

Ladd McConkey

Head to Head

8.1 PPG9.2 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Shakir: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #48 at the position). Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Khalil Shakir is producing at 37% of elite pace and Ladd McConkey at 42%. That ranking gap means Ladd McConkey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Khalil Shakir vs Ladd McConkey: The Full Breakdown

Khalil Shakir (8.1 PPG) and Ladd McConkey (9.2 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. Khalil Shakir played 16 games for the Buffalo Bills; Ladd McConkey suited up 16 times for the Los Angeles Chargers.

A 1.1-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. Khalil Shakir turned 95 targets into 719 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Ladd McConkey converted 106 looks into 789 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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: Khalil Shakir (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Ladd McConkey outscored Khalil Shakir by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ladd McConkey scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Ladd McConkey saw 106 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Khalil Shakir vs Ladd McConkey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Shakir	Ladd McConkey
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	9.2
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	130	147
Receptions	72	66
Rec/Game	4.5	4.1
Receiving Yards	719	789
Rec Yds/Game	44.9	49.3
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	95	106
Target Share/Game	5.9	6.6
Age	26	24
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

9.2 PPG for Ladd McConkey versus 8.1 for Khalil Shakir in 2025. The baseline favors Ladd McConkey, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Khalil Shakir or Ladd McConkey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ladd McConkey has the edge at 9.2 PPG compared to Khalil Shakir's 8.1 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 Khalil Shakir and Ladd McConkey average in 2025?▾

Khalil Shakir averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Khalil Shakir and Ladd McConkey share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Khalil Shakir and Ladd McConkey share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Khalil Shakir or Ladd McConkey a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ladd McConkey outscored Khalil Shakir by 1.1 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.