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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Marvin Harrison Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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. Xavier Worthy at 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy entirely.

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

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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

WRKansas City Chiefs#99

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Marvin Harrison Jr.

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

8.9 PPG6.3 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Marvin Harrison Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #39 at the position). Xavier Worthy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Marvin Harrison Jr. is producing at 40% of elite pace and Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means Marvin Harrison Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Marvin Harrison Jr. and Xavier Worthy is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver put up 8.9 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Xavier Worthy of the Kansas City Chiefs averaged 6.3 in 14. A 2.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.6 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 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: Marvin Harrison Jr. is off Week 14 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.

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. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 44 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Xavier Worthy played 14 games in 2025 compared to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Xavier Worthy 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.
•Xavier Worthy saw 73 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 Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Marvin Harrison Jr.	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.9	6.3
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	88
Receptions	41	42
Rec/Game	3.4	3.0
Receiving Yards	608	532
Rec Yds/Game	50.7	38.0
Receiving TDs	4	1
Targets	73	73
Target Share/Game	6.1	5.2
Age	23	23
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

8.9 PPG for Marvin Harrison Jr. versus 6.3 for Xavier Worthy 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 Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

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

Marvin Harrison Jr. averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.6 points per game.

When are Marvin Harrison Jr. and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Marvin Harrison Jr. or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Marvin Harrison Jr. outscored Xavier Worthy by 2.6 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.