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Michael Wilson vs Tyreek HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyreek Hill is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Michael Wilson's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyreek Hill is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyreek Hill edges Michael Wilson by 0.1 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, Tyreek Hill 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#24
Michael Wilson
PPG
10.7
Games
17
Rec
78
Rec Yds
1,006
Rec TDs
7
Targets
126
Bye
Week 14
WRMiami Dolphins#20PPG LEADER
Tyreek Hill
PPG
10.8
Games
4
Rec
21
Rec Yds
265
Rec TDs
1
Targets
29
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Michael Wilson
Tyreek Hill

Head to Head

10.7 PPG10.8 PPG
17 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Tyreek Hill: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Michael Wilson is producing at 49% of elite pace and Tyreek Hill at 49%. That ranking gap means Tyreek Hill carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Michael Wilson vs Tyreek Hill: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Michael Wilson and Tyreek Hill is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG with the Arizona Cardinals across 17 games, and Tyreek Hill posted 10.8 with the Miami Dolphins in 4.

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 Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025, while Tyreek Hill drew 29. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Michael Wilson, even in weeks where Tyreek Hill posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Michael Wilson has his bye in Week 14, and Tyreek Hill rests in Week 6. 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 Wilson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyreek Hill (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • Tyreek Hill outscored Michael Wilson by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyreek Hill's 4. 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 6 years younger than Tyreek Hill (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Wilson vs Tyreek Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMichael WilsonTyreek Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)10.710.8
Games Played174
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)18243
Receptions7821
Rec/Game4.65.3
Receiving Yards1,006265
Rec Yds/Game59.266.3
Receiving TDs71
Targets12629
Target Share/Game7.47.3
Age2632
Experience2 yrs9 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tyreek Hill holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.8 points per game. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 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 Tyreek Hill in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyreek Hill has the edge at 10.8 PPG compared to Michael Wilson's 10.7 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 Tyreek Hill average in 2025?

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyreek Hill averaged 10.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Michael Wilson and Tyreek Hill's bye weeks in 2026?

Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyreek Hill (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Michael Wilson or Tyreek Hill a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Tyreek Hill outscored Michael Wilson by 0.1 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.