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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Rome OdunzeWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rome Odunze is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.3 PPG to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rome Odunze is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Rome Odunze and Marvin Harrison Jr. are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-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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WRArizona Cardinals#39

Marvin Harrison Jr.

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

608

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRChicago Bears#28PPG LEADER

Rome Odunze

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

661

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Marvin Harrison Jr.

Rome Odunze

Head to Head

8.9 PPG10.3 PPG

12 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Marvin Harrison Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #39 at the position). Rome Odunze: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Marvin Harrison Jr. is producing at 40% of elite pace and Rome Odunze at 47%. That ranking gap means Rome Odunze carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Rome Odunze: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Marvin Harrison Jr. finished the 2025 season at 8.9 PPG over 12 games with the Arizona Cardinals, while Rome Odunze clocked in at 10.3 across 12 appearances for the Chicago Bears. A 1.4-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. Marvin Harrison Jr. turned 73 targets into 608 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Rome Odunze converted 90 looks into 661 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Marvin Harrison Jr. is off Week 14 and Rome Odunze 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: Marvin Harrison Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Rome Odunze (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Rome Odunze outscored Marvin Harrison Jr. by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rome Odunze scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Rome Odunze saw 90 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Rome Odunze: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Marvin Harrison Jr.	Rome Odunze
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.9	10.3
Games Played	12	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	124
Receptions	41	44
Rec/Game	3.4	3.7
Receiving Yards	608	661
Rec Yds/Game	50.7	55.1
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	73	90
Target Share/Game	6.1	7.5
Age	23	24
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rome Odunze at 10.3 PPG, 1.4 points per game above Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 8.9. 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 Marvin Harrison Jr. or Rome Odunze in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rome Odunze has the edge at 10.3 PPG compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 8.9 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 Marvin Harrison Jr. and Rome Odunze average in 2025?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Marvin Harrison Jr. and Rome Odunze's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Rome Odunze (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Marvin Harrison Jr. or Rome Odunze a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Rome Odunze outscored Marvin Harrison Jr. by 1.4 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.