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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown vs Dallas GoedertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start A.J. Brown over Dallas Goedert in 2026.

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Dallas Goedert's 10.3, a 1.8 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, Dallas Goedert 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. Dallas Goedert (10.3 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.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

TEPhiladelphia Eagles#5

Dallas Goedert

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

591

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Dallas Goedert

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12.1 PPG10.3 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Dallas Goedert: Tier 2 (Elite) TE (ranked #5 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 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

A.J. Brown vs Dallas Goedert: The Full Breakdown

Comparing A.J. Brown (WR, Philadelphia Eagles) against Dallas Goedert (TE, Philadelphia Eagles) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Dallas Goedert posted 10.3 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.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: A.J. Brown (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Dallas Goedert (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•A.J. Brown outscored Dallas Goedert by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dallas Goedert scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

A.J. Brown vs Dallas Goedert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Dallas Goedert
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	10.3
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	155
Receptions	78	60
Rec/Game	5.2	4.0
Receiving Yards	1,003	591
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	39.4
Receiving TDs	7	11
Targets	121	82
Target Share/Game	8.1	5.5
Age	29	31
Experience	6 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, A.J. Brown holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 12.1 points per game. Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start A.J. Brown or Dallas Goedert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, A.J. Brown has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Dallas Goedert's 10.3 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 Dallas Goedert average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

Do A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert share a bye week?▾

Yes, both A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.