Tetairoa McMillan vs Zay Flowers: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Tetairoa McMillan finished the 2025 season at 10.4 PPG over 17 games with the Carolina Panthers, while Zay Flowers clocked in at 11.8 across 17 appearances for the Baltimore Ravens. A 1.4-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.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Tetairoa McMillan turned 122 targets into 1014 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Zay Flowers converted 118 looks into 1211 yards and 5 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
One scheduling note: Tetairoa McMillan is off Week 11 and Zay Flowers Week 14. 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.
