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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ladd McConkey vs Parker WashingtonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Parker Washington is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Parker Washington is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Parker Washington and Ladd McConkey are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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#38

Ladd McConkey

PPG

9.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

789

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 7

WRJacksonville Jaguars#27PPG LEADER

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Ladd McConkey

Parker Washington

Head to Head

9.2 PPG10.4 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ladd McConkey is producing at 42% of elite pace and Parker Washington at 47%. That ranking gap means Parker Washington carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ladd McConkey vs Parker Washington: 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 Parker Washington clocked in at 10.4 across 15 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 1.2-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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Ladd McConkey turned 106 targets into 789 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Parker Washington converted 95 looks into 847 yards and 5 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: Ladd McConkey (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Parker Washington outscored Ladd McConkey by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ladd McConkey played 16 games in 2025 compared to Parker Washington's 15. 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.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ladd McConkey vs Parker Washington: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ladd McConkey	Parker Washington
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	10.4
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	156
Receptions	66	58
Rec/Game	4.1	3.9
Receiving Yards	789	847
Rec Yds/Game	49.3	56.5
Receiving TDs	6	5
Targets	106	95
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.3
Age	24	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Parker Washington at 10.4 PPG, 1.2 points per game above Ladd McConkey's 9.2. 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 Ladd McConkey or Parker Washington in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Parker Washington has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 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 Ladd McConkey and Parker Washington average in 2025?▾

Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

Do Ladd McConkey and Parker Washington share a bye week?▾

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

Is Ladd McConkey or Parker Washington a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Parker Washington outscored Ladd McConkey by 1.2 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.