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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Parker Washington vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Parker Washington's 10.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Quentin Johnston edges Parker Washington by 0.8 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, Quentin Johnston 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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WRJacksonville Jaguars#27

Parker Washington

PPG

10.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

847

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Parker Washington

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

10.4 PPG11.2 PPG

15 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Parker Washington: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #27 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Parker Washington is producing at 47% of elite pace and Quentin Johnston at 51%. That ranking gap means Quentin Johnston carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Parker Washington vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Parker Washington and Quentin Johnston is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.8 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Parker Washington averaged 10.4 PPG with the Jacksonville Jaguars across 15 games, and Quentin Johnston posted 11.2 with the Los Angeles Chargers in 13.

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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Parker Washington turned 95 targets into 847 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Quentin Johnston converted 84 looks into 735 yards and 8 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 7 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Parker Washington (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored Parker Washington by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Parker Washington played 15 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston's 13. That durability gap means Parker Washington contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Parker Washington saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Parker Washington vs Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Parker Washington	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	11.2
Games Played	15	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	156	146
Receptions	58	51
Rec/Game	3.9	3.9
Receiving Yards	847	735
Rec Yds/Game	56.5	56.5
Receiving TDs	5	8
Targets	95	84
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.5
Age	24	24
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

Quentin Johnston outscored Parker Washington by 0.8 PPG in 2025 (11.2 to 10.4). 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 Parker Washington or Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Parker Washington's 10.4 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 Parker Washington and Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

Parker Washington averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

Do Parker Washington and Quentin Johnston share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Parker Washington and Quentin Johnston share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Parker Washington or Quentin Johnston a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Quentin Johnston outscored Parker Washington by 0.8 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.