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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Tetairoa McMillan or Theo JohnsonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tetairoa McMillan over Theo Johnson in 2026.

Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG in 2025 to Theo Johnson's 7.0, a 3.5 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. Tetairoa McMillan is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Theo Johnson is Tier 3 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tetairoa McMillan (10.5 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Theo Johnson (7.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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WRCarolina Panthers#26PPG LEADER

Tetairoa McMillan

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

122

Bye

Week 5

TENew York Giants#24

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Tetairoa McMillan

Theo Johnson

Head to Head

10.5 PPG7.0 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Tetairoa McMillan: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #26 at the position). Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Tetairoa McMillan vs Theo Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Carolina Panthers) against Theo Johnson (TE, New York Giants) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Theo Johnson posted 7.0 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Tetairoa McMillan has his bye in Week 5, Theo Johnson in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Tetairoa McMillan is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Theo Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Tetairoa McMillan (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Theo Johnson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tetairoa McMillan outscored Theo Johnson by a projected 60 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tetairoa McMillan played 17 games in 2025 compared to Theo Johnson's 15. That durability gap means Tetairoa McMillan contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tetairoa McMillan scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tetairoa McMillan saw 122 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tetairoa McMillan vs Theo Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tetairoa McMillan	Theo Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.5	7.0
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	179	105
Receptions	70	45
Rec/Game	4.1	3.0
Receiving Yards	1,014	528
Rec Yds/Game	59.6	35.2
Receiving TDs	7	5
Targets	122	74
Target Share/Game	7.2	4.9
Age	23	25
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 8

Summary

10.5 PPG for Tetairoa McMillan versus 7.0 for Theo Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Tetairoa McMillan, 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 Tetairoa McMillan or Theo Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tetairoa McMillan has the edge at 10.5 PPG compared to Theo Johnson's 7.0 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.

Should I draft Tetairoa McMillan or Theo Johnson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5 fantasy points per game against Theo Johnson's 7.0 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Tetairoa McMillan and Theo Johnson average in 2025?▾

Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.5 points per game.

When are Tetairoa McMillan and Theo Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Theo Johnson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.