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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Malik Nabers vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Malik Nabers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.0 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Malik Nabers is the better fantasy play this season.

Malik Nabers is the better play on a neutral week. 12.0 PPG with 271 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ryan Flournoy at 7.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Malik Nabers higher, but do not fade Ryan Flournoy entirely.

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

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WRNew York Giants#14PPG LEADER

Malik Nabers

PPG

12.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Malik Nabers

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

12.0 PPG7.2 PPG

4 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Malik Nabers: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #14 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Malik Nabers is producing at 55% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Malik Nabers carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Malik Nabers vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Malik Nabers and Ryan Flournoy for your lineup, you are not alone. Malik Nabers finished the 2025 season at 12.0 PPG for the New York Giants (4 games), and Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 for the Dallas Cowboys (13 games).

That 4.8-point weekly advantage for Malik Nabers is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Malik Nabers turned 35 targets into 271 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Ryan Flournoy converted 56 looks into 475 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Malik Nabers sits Week 8 while Ryan Flournoy is off Week 14. 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

Malik Nabers is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ryan Flournoy is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Malik Nabers (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Malik Nabers outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Malik Nabers's 4. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ryan Flournoy scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Ryan Flournoy saw 56 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Malik Nabers is 4 years younger than Ryan Flournoy (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Malik Nabers vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Malik Nabers	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.0	7.2
Games Played	4	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	48	94
Receptions	18	40
Rec/Game	4.5	3.1
Receiving Yards	271	475
Rec Yds/Game	67.8	36.5
Receiving TDs	2	4
Targets	35	56
Target Share/Game	8.8	4.3
Age	22	26
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Malik Nabers at 12.0 PPG, 4.8 points per game above Ryan Flournoy's 7.2. 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 Malik Nabers or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Malik Nabers has the edge at 12.0 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Malik Nabers and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Malik Nabers averaged 12.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

When are Malik Nabers and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Malik Nabers (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Malik Nabers or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Malik Nabers outscored Ryan Flournoy by 4.8 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.