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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Mike Evans vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mike Evans is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mike Evans is the better fantasy play this season.

Mike Evans is the better play on a neutral week. 8.7 PPG with 368 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Mike Evans higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett entirely.

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

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WRTampa Bay Buccaneers#40PPG LEADER

Mike Evans

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

368

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Mike Evans

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

8.7 PPG6.9 PPG

8 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Mike Evans: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #40 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Mike Evans is producing at 40% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Mike Evans carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Mike Evans vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Mike Evans and Tyler Lockett for your lineup, you are not alone. Mike Evans finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8 games), and Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 for the Seattle Seahawks (15 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Mike Evans is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Mike Evans turned 62 targets into 368 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Tyler Lockett converted 72 looks into 548 yards and 2 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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: Mike Evans (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Mike Evans outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Mike Evans's 8. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mike Evans scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tyler Lockett saw 72 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mike Evans vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mike Evans	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	6.9
Games Played	8	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	104
Receptions	30	48
Rec/Game	3.8	3.2
Receiving Yards	368	548
Rec Yds/Game	46.0	36.5
Receiving TDs	3	2
Targets	62	72
Target Share/Game	7.8	4.8
Age	32	-
Experience	11 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Mike Evans at 8.7 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Tyler Lockett's 6.9. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mike Evans or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mike Evans has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Mike Evans and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Mike Evans averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

Do Mike Evans and Tyler Lockett share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Mike Evans and Tyler Lockett share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Mike Evans or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Mike Evans outscored Tyler Lockett by 1.8 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.