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Quentin Johnston vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Tory Horton's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quentin Johnston is the better fantasy play this season.

Quentin Johnston is the better play on a neutral week. 11.2 PPG with 742 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tory Horton at 8.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Quentin Johnston higher, but do not fade Tory Horton entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER
Quentin Johnston
PPG
11.2
Games
13
Rec
51
Rec Yds
735
Rec TDs
8
Targets
84
Bye
Week 7
WRSeattle Seahawks#46
Tory Horton
PPG
8.4
Games
7
Rec
13
Rec Yds
161
Rec TDs
5
Targets
22
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Quentin Johnston
Tory Horton

Head to Head

11.2 PPG8.4 PPG
13 GP7 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Quentin Johnston is producing at 51% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Quentin Johnston carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Quentin Johnston vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Quentin Johnston and Tory Horton for your lineup, you are not alone. Quentin Johnston finished the 2025 season at 11.2 PPG for the Los Angeles Chargers (13 games), and Tory Horton averaged 8.4 for the Seattle Seahawks (7 games).

That 2.8-point weekly advantage for Quentin Johnston 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.

Target volume is the story here. Quentin Johnston saw 84 targets in 2025, while Tory Horton drew 22. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Quentin Johnston, even in weeks where Tory Horton posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Quentin Johnston is off Week 7 and Tory Horton Week 11. 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.

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: Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Quentin Johnston outscored Tory Horton by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Quentin Johnston played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. That durability gap means Quentin Johnston 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.
  • Quentin Johnston saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Quentin Johnston vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatQuentin JohnstonTory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)11.28.4
Games Played137
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)14659
Receptions5113
Rec/Game3.91.9
Receiving Yards735161
Rec Yds/Game56.523.0
Receiving TDs85
Targets8422
Target Share/Game6.53.1
Age2423
Experience2 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Quentin Johnston at 11.2 PPG, 2.8 points per game above Tory Horton's 8.4. 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 Quentin Johnston or Tory Horton in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Tory Horton's 8.4 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 Quentin Johnston and Tory Horton average in 2025?

Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

When are Quentin Johnston and Tory Horton's bye weeks in 2026?

Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Tory Horton (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Quentin Johnston or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Quentin Johnston outscored Tory Horton by 2.8 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.