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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown vs Colby ParkinsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start A.J. Brown over Colby Parkinson in 2026.

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Colby Parkinson's 7.7, a 4.4 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. A.J. Brown is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Colby Parkinson is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, A.J. Brown (12.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Colby Parkinson (7.7 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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WRPhiladelphia Eagles#12PPG LEADER

A.J. Brown

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

121

Bye

Week 10

TELos Angeles Rams#21

Colby Parkinson

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

408

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Colby Parkinson

Head to Head

12.1 PPG7.7 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Colby Parkinson: Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

A.J. Brown vs Colby Parkinson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing A.J. Brown (WR, Philadelphia Eagles) against Colby Parkinson (TE, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Colby Parkinson posted 7.7 PPG across 14 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.

A.J. Brown has his bye in Week 10, Colby Parkinson in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

A.J. Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Colby Parkinson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: A.J. Brown (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Colby Parkinson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•A.J. Brown outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•A.J. Brown played 15 games in 2025 compared to Colby Parkinson's 14. That durability gap means A.J. Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Colby Parkinson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•A.J. Brown saw 121 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

A.J. Brown vs Colby Parkinson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Colby Parkinson
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	7.7
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	108
Receptions	78	43
Rec/Game	5.2	3.1
Receiving Yards	1,003	408
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	29.1
Receiving TDs	7	8
Targets	121	56
Target Share/Game	8.1	4.0
Age	29	27
Experience	6 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

12.1 PPG for A.J. Brown versus 7.7 for Colby Parkinson in 2025. The baseline favors A.J. Brown, 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 A.J. Brown or Colby Parkinson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, A.J. Brown has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 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 A.J. Brown and Colby Parkinson average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are A.J. Brown and Colby Parkinson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Colby Parkinson (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.