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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ladd McConkey vs Troy FranklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Troy Franklin's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ladd McConkey is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ladd McConkey and Troy Franklin are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-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

WRDenver Broncos#44

Troy Franklin

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

709

Rec TDs

Targets

104

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Ladd McConkey

Troy Franklin

Head to Head

9.2 PPG8.5 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ladd McConkey: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #38 at the position). Troy Franklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ladd McConkey is producing at 42% of elite pace and Troy Franklin at 39%. That ranking gap means Ladd McConkey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ladd McConkey vs Troy Franklin: The Full Breakdown

Ladd McConkey (9.2 PPG) and Troy Franklin (8.5 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. Ladd McConkey played 16 games for the Los Angeles Chargers; Troy Franklin suited up 17 times for the Denver Broncos.

A 0.7-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. Ladd McConkey turned 106 targets into 789 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Troy Franklin converted 104 looks into 709 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ladd McConkey sits Week 7 while Troy Franklin is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Troy Franklin (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Ladd McConkey outscored Troy Franklin by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Troy Franklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ladd McConkey's 16. That durability gap means Troy Franklin 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ladd McConkey vs Troy Franklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ladd McConkey	Troy Franklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	8.5
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	147	145
Receptions	66	65
Rec/Game	4.1	3.8
Receiving Yards	789	709
Rec Yds/Game	49.3	41.7
Receiving TDs	6	6
Targets	106	104
Target Share/Game	6.6	6.1
Age	24	23
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

9.2 PPG for Ladd McConkey versus 8.5 for Troy Franklin 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 Troy Franklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ladd McConkey has the edge at 9.2 PPG compared to Troy Franklin's 8.5 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 Troy Franklin average in 2025?▾

Ladd McConkey averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Ladd McConkey and Troy Franklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Ladd McConkey or Troy Franklin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ladd McConkey outscored Troy Franklin by 0.7 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.