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Luther Burden vs Xavier Worthy

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

WRChicago BearsPPG LEADER

Luther Burden

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

652

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRKansas City Chiefs

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

Head to Head

7.0 PPG6.3 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Luther Burden vs Xavier Worthy: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Luther Burden finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 15 games with the Chicago Bears, while Xavier Worthy clocked in at 6.3 across 14 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.7-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. Luther Burden turned 60 targets into 652 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Xavier Worthy converted 73 looks into 532 yards and 1 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Luther Burden is off Week 7 and Xavier Worthy Week 6. 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.

The Bottom Line

Based on 2025 production, Luther Burden holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.0 points per game. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word — for a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Luther Burden or Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Luther Burden has the edge at 7.0 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Luther Burden and Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

Luther Burden averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Luther Burden and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Luther Burden (CHI) has a bye in Week 7, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Luther Burden or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Luther Burden outscored Xavier Worthy 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.