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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rashid Shaheed vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rashid Shaheed is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.1 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rashid Shaheed is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Rashid Shaheed and Xavier Worthy are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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

Rec

Rec Yds

687

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

WRKansas City Chiefs#99

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Rashid Shaheed

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

7.1 PPG6.3 PPG

18 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Rashid Shaheed: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #57 at the position). Xavier Worthy: 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 Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means Rashid Shaheed carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rashid Shaheed vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Rashid Shaheed finished the 2025 season at 7.1 PPG over 18 games with the Seattle Seahawks, while Xavier Worthy clocked in at 6.3 across 14 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.8-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. Rashid Shaheed turned 92 targets into 687 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Xavier Worthy converted 73 looks into 532 yards and 1 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Rashid Shaheed is off Week 11 and Xavier Worthy Week 6. 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: Rashid Shaheed (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Rashid Shaheed outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rashid Shaheed played 18 games in 2025 compared to Xavier Worthy's 14. 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.
•Xavier Worthy is 4 years younger than Rashid Shaheed (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rashid Shaheed vs Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rashid Shaheed	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.1	6.3
Games Played	18	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	128	88
Receptions	59	42
Rec/Game	3.3	3.0
Receiving Yards	687	532
Rec Yds/Game	38.2	38.0
Receiving TDs	2	1
Targets	92	73
Target Share/Game	5.1	5.2
Age	27	23
Experience	3 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

7.1 PPG for Rashid Shaheed versus 6.3 for Xavier Worthy 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 Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rashid Shaheed has the edge at 7.1 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 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 Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

Rashid Shaheed averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 18 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Rashid Shaheed and Xavier Worthy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rashid Shaheed (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Xavier Worthy (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rashid Shaheed or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Rashid Shaheed outscored Xavier Worthy 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.