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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ladd McConkey vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Ladd McConkey's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy play this season.

Quentin Johnston is the better play on a neutral week. 11.2 PPG with 742 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ladd McConkey at 9.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Quentin Johnston higher, but do not fade Ladd McConkey entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Ladd McConkey

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

9.2 PPG11.2 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ladd McConkey is producing at 42% of elite pace and Quentin Johnston at 51%. That ranking gap means Quentin Johnston carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ladd McConkey vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver put up 9.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Quentin Johnston of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 11.2 in 13. A 2.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.0 points favors Quentin Johnston, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Ladd McConkey turned 106 targets into 789 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Quentin Johnston converted 84 looks into 735 yards and 8 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. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored Ladd McConkey by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ladd McConkey played 16 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston's 13. That durability gap means Ladd McConkey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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 Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ladd McConkey	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	11.2
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	146
Receptions	66	51
Rec/Game	4.1	3.9
Receiving Yards	789	735
Rec Yds/Game	49.3	56.5
Receiving TDs	6	8
Targets	106	84
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.5
Age	24	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quentin Johnston versus 9.2 for Ladd McConkey in 2025. The baseline favors Quentin Johnston, 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 Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 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 Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

Do Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston 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 Quentin Johnston a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Quentin Johnston outscored Ladd McConkey by 2.0 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.