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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

A.J. Brown vs Jake FergusonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start A.J. Brown over Jake Ferguson in 2026.

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Jake Ferguson's 8.7, a 3.4 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, Jake Ferguson 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. Jake Ferguson (8.7 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

TEDallas Cowboys#14

Jake Ferguson

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

600

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

A.J. Brown

Jake Ferguson

Head to Head

12.1 PPG8.7 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

A.J. Brown: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #12 at the position). Jake Ferguson: Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #14 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 Jake Ferguson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing A.J. Brown (WR, Philadelphia Eagles) against Jake Ferguson (TE, Dallas Cowboys) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Jake Ferguson posted 8.7 PPG across 17 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, Jake Ferguson in Week 14. 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. Jake Ferguson 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. Jake Ferguson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•A.J. Brown outscored Jake Ferguson by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jake Ferguson played 17 games in 2025 compared to A.J. Brown's 15. That durability gap means Jake Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Ferguson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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 Jake Ferguson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	A.J. Brown	Jake Ferguson
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	8.7
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	148
Receptions	78	82
Rec/Game	5.2	4.8
Receiving Yards	1,003	600
Rec Yds/Game	66.9	35.3
Receiving TDs	7	8
Targets	121	102
Target Share/Game	8.1	6.0
Age	29	27
Experience	6 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

12.1 PPG for A.J. Brown versus 8.7 for Jake Ferguson 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 Jake Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, A.J. Brown has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Jake Ferguson's 8.7 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 Jake Ferguson average in 2025?▾

A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are A.J. Brown and Jake Ferguson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

A.J. Brown (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.