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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ladd McConkey vs Mike EvansWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Mike Evans's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ladd McConkey and Mike Evans are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-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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WRLos Angeles Chargers#38PPG LEADER

Ladd McConkey

PPG

9.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 7

WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Ladd McConkey

Mike Evans

Head to Head

9.2 PPG8.7 PPG

16 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Mike Evans: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #40 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ladd McConkey is producing at 42% of elite pace and Mike Evans at 40%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ladd McConkey vs Mike Evans: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ladd McConkey finished the 2025 season at 9.2 PPG over 16 games with the Los Angeles Chargers, while Mike Evans clocked in at 8.7 across 8 appearances for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 0.5-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. Ladd McConkey saw 106 targets in 2025, while Mike Evans drew 62. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Ladd McConkey, even in weeks where Mike Evans posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Ladd McConkey is off Week 7 and Mike Evans Week 10. 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: Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Ladd McConkey outscored Mike Evans by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ladd McConkey played 16 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. That durability gap means Ladd McConkey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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.
•Ladd McConkey is 8 years younger than Mike Evans (24 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ladd McConkey vs Mike Evans: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ladd McConkey	Mike Evans
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	8.7
Games Played	16	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	70
Receptions	66	30
Rec/Game	4.1	3.8
Receiving Yards	789	368
Rec Yds/Game	49.3	46.0
Receiving TDs	6	3
Targets	106	62
Target Share/Game	6.6	7.8
Age	24	32
Experience	1 yrs	11 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

9.2 PPG for Ladd McConkey versus 8.7 for Mike Evans 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 Ladd McConkey or Mike Evans in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ladd McConkey has the edge at 9.2 PPG compared to Mike Evans's 8.7 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 Ladd McConkey and Mike Evans average in 2025?▾

Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Mike Evans averaged 8.7 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Ladd McConkey and Mike Evans's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ladd McConkey (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Mike Evans (TB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ladd McConkey or Mike Evans a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ladd McConkey outscored Mike Evans 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.