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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Michael Wilson vs Tyler WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Tyler Warren's 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Michael Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Michael Wilson (10.7 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tyler Warren (8.9 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

TEIndianapolis Colts#12

Tyler Warren

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

817

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Michael Wilson

Tyler Warren

Head to Head

10.7 PPG8.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Michael Wilson vs Tyler Warren: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Michael Wilson (WR, Arizona Cardinals) against Tyler Warren (TE, Indianapolis Colts) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Tyler Warren posted 8.9 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Michael Wilson has his bye in Week 14, Tyler Warren in Week 13. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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. Tyler Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Michael Wilson outscored Tyler Warren by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Wilson vs Tyler Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Michael Wilson	Tyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	8.9
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	151
Receptions	78	76
Rec/Game	4.6	4.5
Receiving Yards	1,006	817
Rec Yds/Game	59.2	48.1
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	126	112
Target Share/Game	7.4	6.6
Age	26	24
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 13

Summary

Michael Wilson outscored Tyler Warren by 1.8 PPG in 2025 (10.7 to 8.9). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Michael Wilson or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Wilson has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Tyler Warren'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 Michael Wilson and Tyler Warren average in 2025?▾

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Michael Wilson and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.