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Ryan Flournoy vs Tre TuckerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tre Tucker 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

Tre Tucker is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tre Tucker and Ryan Flournoy are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-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
13
Rec
40
Rec Yds
475
Rec TDs
4
Targets
56
Bye
Week 14
WRLas Vegas Raiders#50PPG LEADER
Tre Tucker
PPG
7.8
Games
17
Rec
57
Rec Yds
696
Rec TDs
5
Targets
92
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ryan Flournoy
Tre Tucker

Head to Head

7.2 PPG7.8 PPG
13 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Tre Tucker: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #50 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ryan Flournoy is producing at 33% of elite pace and Tre Tucker at 35%. That ranking gap means Tre Tucker carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ryan Flournoy vs Tre Tucker: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ryan Flournoy finished the 2025 season at 7.2 PPG over 13 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Tre Tucker clocked in at 7.8 across 17 appearances for the Las Vegas Raiders. 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.

Target volume is the story here. Tre Tucker saw 92 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Tre Tucker, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Ryan Flournoy is off Week 14 and Tre Tucker Week 13. 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: Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tre Tucker (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Tre Tucker outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tre Tucker played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Tre Tucker contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Tre Tucker scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Tre Tucker saw 92 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 Tre Tucker: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatRyan FlournoyTre Tucker
PPG (Half-PPR)7.27.8
Games Played1317
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)94133
Receptions4057
Rec/Game3.13.4
Receiving Yards475696
Rec Yds/Game36.540.9
Receiving TDs45
Targets5692
Target Share/Game4.35.4
Age2625
Experience1 yrs2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 13

Summary

7.8 PPG for Tre Tucker versus 7.2 for Ryan Flournoy in 2025. The baseline favors Tre Tucker, 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 Tre Tucker in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tre Tucker 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 Ryan Flournoy and Tre Tucker average in 2025?

Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tre Tucker averaged 7.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Ryan Flournoy and Tre Tucker's bye weeks in 2026?

Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Tre Tucker (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ryan Flournoy or Tre Tucker a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Tre Tucker 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.