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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ricky Pearsall vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ricky Pearsall is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.8 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ricky Pearsall is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Ricky Pearsall edges Ryan Flournoy by 0.6 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, Ricky Pearsall 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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WRSan Francisco 49ers#52PPG LEADER

Ricky Pearsall

PPG

7.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Targets

Bye

Week 8

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Ricky Pearsall

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

7.8 PPG7.2 PPG

9 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Ricky Pearsall: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #52 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ricky Pearsall is producing at 35% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ricky Pearsall vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ricky Pearsall finished the 2025 season at 7.8 PPG over 9 games with the San Francisco 49ers, while Ryan Flournoy clocked in at 7.2 across 13 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 0.6-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. Ricky Pearsall turned 53 targets into 528 yards and undefined touchdowns, while Ryan Flournoy converted 56 looks into 475 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Ricky Pearsall is off Week 8 and Ryan Flournoy Week 14. 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: Ricky Pearsall (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ricky Pearsall outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Ricky Pearsall's 9. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ryan Flournoy saw 56 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ricky Pearsall vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ricky Pearsall	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.8	7.2
Games Played	9	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	94
Receptions	36	40
Rec/Game	4.0	3.1
Receiving Yards	528	475
Rec Yds/Game	58.7	36.5
Receiving TDs	0	4
Targets	53	56
Target Share/Game	5.9	4.3
Age	25	26
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 14

Summary

Ricky Pearsall outscored Ryan Flournoy by 0.6 PPG in 2025 (7.8 to 7.2). 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 Ricky Pearsall or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ricky Pearsall has the edge at 7.8 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Ricky Pearsall and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Ricky Pearsall averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Ricky Pearsall and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ricky Pearsall (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ricky Pearsall or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Ricky Pearsall outscored Ryan Flournoy by 0.6 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.