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Rashid Shaheed vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rashid Shaheed is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.1 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rashid Shaheed is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Rashid Shaheed and Tyler Lockett are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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WRSeattle Seahawks#57PPG LEADER
Rashid Shaheed
PPG
7.1
Games
18
Rec
59
Rec Yds
687
Rec TDs
2
Targets
92
Bye
Week 11
WRSeattle Seahawks#99
Tyler Lockett
PPG
6.9
Games
15
Rec
48
Rec Yds
548
Rec TDs
2
Targets
72
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Rashid Shaheed
Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

7.1 PPG6.9 PPG
18 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Rashid Shaheed: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #57 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Rashid Shaheed is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Rashid Shaheed carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rashid Shaheed vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Rashid Shaheed and Tyler Lockett is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Rashid Shaheed averaged 7.1 PPG with the Seattle Seahawks across 18 games, and Tyler Lockett posted 6.9 with the Seattle Seahawks in 15.

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. Rashid Shaheed turned 92 targets into 687 yards and 2 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.

Rashid Shaheed has his bye in Week 11, and Tyler Lockett rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Rashid Shaheed (age 27) 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?

  • Rashid Shaheed outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Rashid Shaheed played 18 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett's 15. That durability gap means Rashid Shaheed contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Rashid Shaheed scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Rashid Shaheed saw 92 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rashid Shaheed vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatRashid ShaheedTyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)7.16.9
Games Played1815
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)128104
Receptions5948
Rec/Game3.33.2
Receiving Yards687548
Rec Yds/Game38.236.5
Receiving TDs22
Targets9272
Target Share/Game5.14.8
Age27-
Experience3 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 10

Summary

7.1 PPG for Rashid Shaheed versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Rashid Shaheed, 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 Rashid Shaheed or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Rashid Shaheed has the edge at 7.1 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 Rashid Shaheed and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?

Rashid Shaheed averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 18 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Rashid Shaheed and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?

Rashid Shaheed (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rashid Shaheed or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Rashid Shaheed outscored Tyler Lockett by 0.2 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.