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Michael Pittman vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Pittman is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.6 PPG to Tory Horton's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Michael Pittman is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Michael Pittman edges Tory Horton by 1.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Michael Pittman goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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WRIndianapolis Colts#33PPG LEADER
Michael Pittman
PPG
9.6
Games
17
Rec
80
Rec Yds
784
Rec TDs
7
Targets
111
Bye
Week 13
WRSeattle Seahawks#46
Tory Horton
PPG
8.4
Games
7
Rec
13
Rec Yds
161
Rec TDs
5
Targets
22
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Michael Pittman
Tory Horton

Head to Head

9.6 PPG8.4 PPG
17 GP7 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Pittman: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #33 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Michael Pittman is producing at 44% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Michael Pittman carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Michael Pittman vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Michael Pittman and Tory Horton is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 PPG with the Indianapolis Colts across 17 games, and Tory Horton posted 8.4 with the Seattle Seahawks in 7.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Target volume is the story here. Michael Pittman saw 111 targets in 2025, while Tory Horton drew 22. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Michael Pittman, even in weeks where Tory Horton posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Michael Pittman has his bye in Week 13, and Tory Horton rests in Week 11. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Michael Pittman (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Michael Pittman outscored Tory Horton by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Michael Pittman played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. That durability gap means Michael Pittman contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Michael Pittman scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Michael Pittman saw 111 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
  • Tory Horton is 5 years younger than Michael Pittman (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Pittman vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMichael PittmanTory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)9.68.4
Games Played177
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)16359
Receptions8013
Rec/Game4.71.9
Receiving Yards784161
Rec Yds/Game46.123.0
Receiving TDs75
Targets11122
Target Share/Game6.53.1
Age2823
Experience5 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Michael Pittman holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.6 points per game. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Michael Pittman or Tory Horton in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Pittman has the edge at 9.6 PPG compared to Tory Horton's 8.4 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 Michael Pittman and Tory Horton average in 2025?

Michael Pittman averaged 9.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Michael Pittman and Tory Horton's bye weeks in 2026?

Michael Pittman (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Tory Horton (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Michael Pittman or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Michael Pittman outscored Tory Horton by 1.2 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.