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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ryan Flournoy vs Tank DellWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Dell is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Dell is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tank Dell and Ryan Flournoy are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-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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WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Tank Dell

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

588

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Ryan Flournoy

Tank Dell

Head to Head

7.2 PPG8.5 PPG

13 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Tank Dell: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ryan Flournoy is producing at 33% of elite pace and Tank Dell at 39%. That ranking gap means Ryan Flournoy carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ryan Flournoy vs Tank Dell: The Full Breakdown

Ryan Flournoy (7.2 PPG) and Tank Dell (8.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Ryan Flournoy played 13 games for the Dallas Cowboys; Tank Dell suited up 12 times for the Houston Texans.

A 1.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Ryan Flournoy turned 56 targets into 475 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Tank Dell converted 72 looks into 588 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

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: Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tank Dell (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tank Dell outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tank Dell's 12. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ryan Flournoy scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tank Dell saw 72 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ryan Flournoy vs Tank Dell: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ryan Flournoy	Tank Dell
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	8.5
Games Played	13	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	94	102
Receptions	40	48
Rec/Game	3.1	4.0
Receiving Yards	475	588
Rec Yds/Game	36.5	49.0
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	56	72
Target Share/Game	4.3	6.0
Age	26	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

8.5 PPG for Tank Dell versus 7.2 for Ryan Flournoy in 2025. The baseline favors Tank Dell, 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 Ryan Flournoy or Tank Dell in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Dell has the edge at 8.5 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 Ryan Flournoy and Tank Dell average in 2025?▾

Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tank Dell averaged 8.5 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

Do Ryan Flournoy and Tank Dell share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Ryan Flournoy and Tank Dell share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Ryan Flournoy or Tank Dell a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tank Dell outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.3 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.