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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rashee Rice vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rashee Rice is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 15.5 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rashee Rice is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Rashee Rice outscored Tyler Lockett by 8.6 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Rashee Rice is the clear pick. Tyler Lockett profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRKansas City Chiefs#5PPG LEADER

Rashee Rice

PPG

15.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

571

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Rashee Rice

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

15.5 PPG6.9 PPG

8 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Rashee Rice: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #5 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Rashee Rice is producing at 70% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Rashee Rice carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rashee Rice vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two wide receivers. Rashee Rice (Kansas City Chiefs) averaged 15.5 PPG over 8 games in 2025, outscoring Tyler Lockett (Seattle Seahawks, 6.9 PPG) by 8.6 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 8.6 points favors Rashee Rice, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Rashee Rice turned 78 targets into 571 yards and 5 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.

One scheduling note: Rashee Rice is off Week 5 and Tyler Lockett Week 10. 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

Rashee Rice is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Rashee Rice (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rashee Rice outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 146 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Lockett played 15 games in 2025 compared to Rashee Rice's 8. That durability gap means Tyler Lockett contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rashee Rice scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Rashee Rice saw 78 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rashee Rice vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rashee Rice	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	15.5	6.9
Games Played	8	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	124	104
Receptions	53	48
Rec/Game	6.6	3.2
Receiving Yards	571	548
Rec Yds/Game	71.4	36.5
Receiving TDs	5	2
Targets	78	72
Target Share/Game	9.8	4.8
Age	26	-
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

15.5 PPG for Rashee Rice versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Rashee Rice, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Rashee Rice or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rashee Rice has the edge at 15.5 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 Rashee Rice and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Rashee Rice averaged 15.5 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 8.6 points per game.

When are Rashee Rice and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rashee Rice (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rashee Rice or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Rashee Rice outscored Tyler Lockett by 8.6 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.