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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Marquise Brown vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Marquise Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.1 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Marquise Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Marquise Brown and Tyler Lockett are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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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WRKansas City Chiefs#56PPG LEADER

Marquise Brown

PPG

7.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

587

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Marquise Brown

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

7.1 PPG6.9 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Marquise Brown: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #56 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Marquise Brown is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Marquise Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Marquise Brown vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Marquise Brown finished the 2025 season at 7.1 PPG over 16 games with the Kansas City Chiefs, while Tyler Lockett clocked in at 6.9 across 15 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks. A 0.2-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. Marquise Brown turned 74 targets into 587 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Marquise Brown is off Week 5 and Tyler Lockett Week 10. 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.

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: Marquise Brown (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Marquise Brown outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Marquise Brown played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett's 15. That durability gap means Marquise Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Marquise Brown scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Marquise Brown saw 74 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Marquise Brown vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Marquise Brown	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.1	6.9
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	114	104
Receptions	49	48
Rec/Game	3.1	3.2
Receiving Yards	587	548
Rec Yds/Game	36.7	36.5
Receiving TDs	5	2
Targets	74	72
Target Share/Game	4.6	4.8
Age	28	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

7.1 PPG for Marquise Brown versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Marquise Brown, 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 Marquise Brown or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Marquise Brown has the edge at 7.1 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Marquise Brown and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Marquise Brown averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Marquise Brown and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Marquise Brown (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Marquise Brown or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Marquise Brown outscored Tyler Lockett by 0.2 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.