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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start CeeDee Lamb over Quentin Johnston in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 PPG in 2025 to Quentin Johnston's 11.2, a 1.4 point per game edge. Both play wide receivers, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit. Both land in Tier 3 at the position, so this is closer than the raw gap suggests.

The Bottom Line

This one is genuinely close. CeeDee Lamb edges Quentin Johnston by 1.4 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, CeeDee Lamb 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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WRDallas Cowboys#11PPG LEADER

CeeDee Lamb

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,077

Rec TDs

Targets

117

Bye

Week 14

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Quentin Johnston

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12.6 PPG11.2 PPG

13 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% of elite pace and Quentin Johnston at 51%. That ranking gap means CeeDee Lamb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

CeeDee Lamb vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. CeeDee Lamb finished the 2025 season at 12.6 PPG over 13 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Quentin Johnston clocked in at 11.2 across 13 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. 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.

Target volume is the story here. CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025, while Quentin Johnston drew 84. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for CeeDee Lamb, even in weeks where Quentin Johnston posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: CeeDee Lamb is off Week 14 and Quentin Johnston Week 7. 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.

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: CeeDee Lamb (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•CeeDee Lamb outscored Quentin Johnston by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

CeeDee Lamb vs Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	CeeDee Lamb	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	11.2
Games Played	13	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	164	146
Receptions	75	51
Rec/Game	5.8	3.9
Receiving Yards	1,077	735
Rec Yds/Game	82.8	56.5
Receiving TDs	3	8
Targets	117	84
Target Share/Game	9.0	6.5
Age	27	24
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

CeeDee Lamb outscored Quentin Johnston by 1.4 PPG in 2025 (12.6 to 11.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start CeeDee Lamb or Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, CeeDee Lamb has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Quentin Johnston's 11.2 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 CeeDee Lamb and Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Quentin Johnston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is CeeDee Lamb or Quentin Johnston a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb outscored Quentin Johnston by 1.4 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.