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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Michael Wilson vs Terry McLaurinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Terry McLaurin's 9.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Michael Wilson edges Terry McLaurin 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 Wilson 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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WRArizona Cardinals#24PPG LEADER

Michael Wilson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,006

Rec TDs

Targets

126

Bye

Week 14

WRWashington Commanders#35

Terry McLaurin

PPG

9.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

582

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Michael Wilson

Terry McLaurin

Head to Head

10.7 PPG9.5 PPG

17 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Terry McLaurin: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #35 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Michael Wilson is producing at 49% of elite pace and Terry McLaurin at 43%. That ranking gap means Michael Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Michael Wilson vs Terry McLaurin: The Full Breakdown

Michael Wilson (10.7 PPG) and Terry McLaurin (9.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Michael Wilson played 17 games for the Arizona Cardinals; Terry McLaurin suited up 10 times for the Washington Commanders.

A 1.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Target volume is the story here. Michael Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025, while Terry McLaurin drew 60. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Michael Wilson, even in weeks where Terry McLaurin posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Michael Wilson sits Week 14 while Terry McLaurin is off Week 7. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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 Wilson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Terry McLaurin (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Michael Wilson outscored Terry McLaurin by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Terry McLaurin's 10. That durability gap means Michael Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Wilson scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Michael Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Michael Wilson is 4 years younger than Terry McLaurin (26 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Wilson vs Terry McLaurin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Michael Wilson	Terry McLaurin
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	9.5
Games Played	17	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	95
Receptions	78	38
Rec/Game	4.6	3.8
Receiving Yards	1,006	582
Rec Yds/Game	59.2	58.2
Receiving TDs	7	3
Targets	126	60
Target Share/Game	7.4	6.0
Age	26	30
Experience	2 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Michael Wilson holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.7 points per game. Terry McLaurin averaged 9.5 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 Wilson or Terry McLaurin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Wilson has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Terry McLaurin's 9.5 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 Wilson and Terry McLaurin average in 2025?▾

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Terry McLaurin averaged 9.5 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Michael Wilson and Terry McLaurin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Terry McLaurin (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Michael Wilson or Terry McLaurin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson outscored Terry McLaurin 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.