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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tee Higgins vs Tyler LockettWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Tyler Lockett's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tee Higgins is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Tee Higgins outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Tee Higgins is the clear pick. Tyler Lockett profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRCincinnati Bengals#13PPG LEADER

Tee Higgins

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

846

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

WRSeattle Seahawks#99

Tyler Lockett

PPG

6.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

548

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Tee Higgins

Tyler Lockett

Head to Head

12.1 PPG6.9 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Tee Higgins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #13 at the position). Tyler Lockett: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Tee Higgins is producing at 55% of elite pace and Tyler Lockett at 31%. That ranking gap means Tee Higgins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Tee Higgins vs Tyler Lockett: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Tee Higgins and Tyler Lockett for your lineup, you are not alone. Tee Higgins finished the 2025 season at 12.1 PPG for the Cincinnati Bengals (15 games), and Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 for the Seattle Seahawks (15 games).

That 5.2-point weekly advantage for Tee Higgins is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Target volume is the story here. Tee Higgins saw 98 targets in 2025, while Tyler Lockett drew 72. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Tee Higgins, even in weeks where Tyler Lockett posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Tee Higgins is off Week 6 and Tyler Lockett 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

Tee Higgins 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: Tee Higgins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Lockett (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tee Higgins outscored Tyler Lockett by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tee Higgins scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tee Higgins saw 98 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tee Higgins vs Tyler Lockett: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tee Higgins	Tyler Lockett
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	6.9
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	104
Receptions	59	48
Rec/Game	3.9	3.2
Receiving Yards	846	548
Rec Yds/Game	56.4	36.5
Receiving TDs	11	2
Targets	98	72
Target Share/Game	6.5	4.8
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tee Higgins at 12.1 PPG, 5.2 points per game above Tyler Lockett's 6.9. 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 Tee Higgins or Tyler Lockett in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tee Higgins has the edge at 12.1 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 Tee Higgins and Tyler Lockett average in 2025?▾

Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Lockett averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Tee Higgins and Tyler Lockett's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tee Higgins (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyler Lockett (SEA) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Tee Higgins or Tyler Lockett a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tee Higgins outscored Tyler Lockett by 5.2 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.