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Stefon Diggs vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Stefon Diggs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.9 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Stefon Diggs is the better fantasy play this season.

Stefon Diggs is the better play on a neutral week. 9.9 PPG with 1,013 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Lockett at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Stefon Diggs higher, but do not fade Tyler Lockett entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRNew England Patriots#30PPG LEADER
Stefon Diggs
PPG
9.9
Games
17
Rec
85
Rec Yds
1,013
Rec TDs
4
Targets
102
Bye
Week 11
WRSeattle Seahawks#99
Tyler Lockett
PPG
6.9
Games
15
Rec
48
Rec Yds
548
Rec TDs
2
Targets
72
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Stefon Diggs
Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

9.9 PPG6.9 PPG
17 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Stefon Diggs is producing at 45% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Stefon Diggs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Stefon Diggs vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Stefon Diggs and Tyler Lockett is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New England Patriots wide receiver put up 9.9 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Tyler Lockett of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 6.9 in 15. A 3.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.0 points favors Stefon Diggs, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Target volume is the story here. Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025, while Tyler Lockett drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Stefon Diggs, even in weeks where Tyler Lockett posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Stefon Diggs has his bye in Week 11, and Tyler Lockett rests in Week 10. 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

Stefon Diggs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Lockett is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Stefon Diggs outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 51 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Stefon Diggs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Lockett's 15. That durability gap means Stefon Diggs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Stefon Diggs scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Stefon Diggs vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatStefon DiggsTyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)9.96.9
Games Played1715
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)168104
Receptions8548
Rec/Game5.03.2
Receiving Yards1,013548
Rec Yds/Game59.636.5
Receiving TDs42
Targets10272
Target Share/Game6.04.8
Age32-
Experience10 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 10

Summary

9.9 PPG for Stefon Diggs versus 6.9 for Tyler Lockett in 2025. The baseline favors Stefon Diggs, 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 Stefon Diggs or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Stefon Diggs has the edge at 9.9 PPG compared to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 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 Stefon Diggs and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?

Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

When are Stefon Diggs and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?

Stefon Diggs (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Stefon Diggs or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Stefon Diggs outscored Tyler Lockett by 3.0 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.

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