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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better play on a neutral week. 8.9 PPG with 608 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 Marvin Harrison Jr. higher, but do not fade Ryan Flournoy entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRArizona Cardinals#39PPG LEADER

Marvin Harrison Jr.

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

608

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Marvin Harrison Jr.

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

8.9 PPG7.2 PPG

12 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Marvin Harrison Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #39 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Marvin Harrison Jr. is producing at 40% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Marvin Harrison Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Marvin Harrison Jr. and Ryan Flournoy is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver put up 8.9 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Ryan Flournoy of the Dallas Cowboys averaged 7.2 in 13. A 1.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.7 points favors Marvin Harrison Jr., though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Marvin Harrison Jr. turned 73 targets into 608 yards and 4 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.

Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 29 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Marvin Harrison Jr. scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Marvin Harrison Jr. saw 73 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Marvin Harrison Jr.	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.9	7.2
Games Played	12	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	94
Receptions	41	40
Rec/Game	3.4	3.1
Receiving Yards	608	475
Rec Yds/Game	50.7	36.5
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	73	56
Target Share/Game	6.1	4.3
Age	23	26
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

8.9 PPG for Marvin Harrison Jr. versus 7.2 for Ryan Flournoy in 2025. The baseline favors Marvin Harrison Jr., 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 Marvin Harrison Jr. or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Marvin Harrison Jr. has the edge at 8.9 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 Marvin Harrison Jr. and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.7 points per game.

Do Marvin Harrison Jr. and Ryan Flournoy share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Marvin Harrison Jr. and Ryan Flournoy share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Marvin Harrison Jr. or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.7 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.