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Brandon Aiyuk vs Garrett WilsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.8 PPG to Garrett Wilson's 11.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brandon Aiyuk is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Brandon Aiyuk edges Garrett Wilson by 0.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Brandon Aiyuk goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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WRSan Francisco 49ers#99PPG LEADER
Brandon Aiyuk
PPG
11.8
Games
13
Rec
58
Rec Yds
762
Rec TDs
5
Targets
82
Bye
Week 9
WRNew York Jets#16
Garrett Wilson
PPG
11.6
Games
7
Rec
36
Rec Yds
395
Rec TDs
4
Targets
59
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Brandon Aiyuk
Garrett Wilson

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11.8 PPG11.6 PPG
13 GP7 GP
Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Garrett Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brandon Aiyuk is producing at 54% of elite pace and Garrett Wilson at 53%. That ranking gap means Garrett Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk vs Garrett Wilson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Brandon Aiyuk and Garrett Wilson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those wide receiver decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG with the San Francisco 49ers across 13 games, and Garrett Wilson posted 11.6 with the New York Jets in 7.

When two wide receivers are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brandon Aiyuk turned 82 targets into 762 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Garrett Wilson converted 59 looks into 395 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Brandon Aiyuk has his bye in Week 9, and Garrett Wilson rests in Week 13. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at wide receiver for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling 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: Brandon Aiyuk (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Garrett Wilson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Brandon Aiyuk outscored Garrett Wilson by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Brandon Aiyuk played 13 games in 2025 compared to Garrett Wilson's 7. That durability gap means Brandon Aiyuk contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Brandon Aiyuk scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Brandon Aiyuk saw 82 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brandon Aiyuk vs Garrett Wilson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBrandon AiyukGarrett Wilson
PPG (Half-PPR)11.811.6
Games Played137
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)15381
Receptions5836
Rec/Game4.55.1
Receiving Yards762395
Rec Yds/Game58.656.4
Receiving TDs54
Targets8259
Target Share/Game6.38.4
Age-25
Experience-3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brandon Aiyuk holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.8 points per game. Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 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 Brandon Aiyuk or Garrett Wilson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to Garrett Wilson's 11.6 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 Brandon Aiyuk and Garrett Wilson average in 2025?

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Garrett Wilson averaged 11.6 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and Garrett Wilson's bye weeks in 2026?

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and Garrett Wilson (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brandon Aiyuk or Garrett Wilson a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Brandon Aiyuk outscored Garrett Wilson by 0.2 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.

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