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Ryan Flournoy vs Tory HortonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tory Horton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tory Horton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tory Horton edges Ryan Flournoy by 1.2 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, Tory Horton 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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WRDallas Cowboys#55
Ryan Flournoy
PPG
7.2
Games
13
Rec
40
Rec Yds
475
Rec TDs
4
Targets
56
Bye
Week 14
WRSeattle Seahawks#46PPG LEADER
Tory Horton
PPG
8.4
Games
7
Rec
13
Rec Yds
161
Rec TDs
5
Targets
22
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ryan Flournoy
Tory Horton

Head to Head

7.2 PPG8.4 PPG
13 GP7 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Tory Horton: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ryan Flournoy is producing at 33% of elite pace and Tory Horton at 38%. That ranking gap means Tory Horton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ryan Flournoy vs Tory Horton: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Ryan Flournoy and Tory Horton is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG with the Dallas Cowboys across 13 games, and Tory Horton posted 8.4 with the Seattle Seahawks in 7.

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.

Target volume is the story here. Ryan Flournoy saw 56 targets in 2025, while Tory Horton drew 22. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Ryan Flournoy, even in weeks where Tory Horton posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Ryan Flournoy has his bye in Week 14, and Tory Horton rests in Week 11. 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: Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tory Horton (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Tory Horton outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tory Horton's 7. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Tory Horton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • 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

Ryan Flournoy vs Tory Horton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatRyan FlournoyTory Horton
PPG (Half-PPR)7.28.4
Games Played137
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)9459
Receptions4013
Rec/Game3.11.9
Receiving Yards475161
Rec Yds/Game36.523.0
Receiving TDs45
Targets5622
Target Share/Game4.33.1
Age2623
Experience1 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 11

Summary

Tory Horton outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.2 PPG in 2025 (8.4 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 Ryan Flournoy or Tory Horton in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tory Horton has the edge at 8.4 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 Tory Horton average in 2025?

Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tory Horton averaged 8.4 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Ryan Flournoy and Tory Horton's bye weeks in 2026?

Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Tory Horton (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ryan Flournoy or Tory Horton a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Tory Horton outscored Ryan Flournoy by 1.2 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.