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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ryan Flournoy vs Troy FranklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Troy Franklin 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

Troy Franklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Troy Franklin 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

WRDenver Broncos#44PPG LEADER

Troy Franklin

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

709

Rec TDs

Targets

104

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Ryan Flournoy

Troy Franklin

Head to Head

7.2 PPG8.5 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Troy Franklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Ryan Flournoy is producing at 33% of elite pace and Troy Franklin at 39%. That ranking gap means Troy Franklin carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ryan Flournoy vs Troy Franklin: 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 Troy Franklin clocked in at 8.5 across 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos. A 1.3-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. Troy Franklin saw 104 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Troy Franklin, 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 Troy Franklin Week 10. 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. Troy Franklin (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Troy Franklin outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Troy Franklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Troy Franklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Troy Franklin scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Troy Franklin saw 104 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 Troy Franklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ryan Flournoy	Troy Franklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	8.5
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	94	145
Receptions	40	65
Rec/Game	3.1	3.8
Receiving Yards	475	709
Rec Yds/Game	36.5	41.7
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	56	104
Target Share/Game	4.3	6.1
Age	26	23
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Troy Franklin at 8.5 PPG, 1.3 points per game above Ryan Flournoy's 7.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ryan Flournoy or Troy Franklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Troy Franklin 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 Troy Franklin average in 2025?▾

Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Ryan Flournoy and Troy Franklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Troy Franklin (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ryan Flournoy or Troy Franklin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Troy Franklin 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.