Nico Collins vs Tee Higgins: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Nico Collins finished the 2025 season at 12.7 PPG over 15 games with the Houston Texans, while Tee Higgins clocked in at 12.1 across 15 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 0.6-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Nico Collins turned 120 targets into 1117 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tee Higgins converted 98 looks into 846 yards and 11 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
One scheduling note: Nico Collins is off Week 14 and Tee Higgins Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
