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Courtland Sutton vs Jerry JeudyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Jerry Jeudy's 10.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Courtland Sutton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Courtland Sutton edges Jerry Jeudy by 0.6 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, Courtland Sutton 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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WRDenver Broncos#21PPG LEADER
Courtland Sutton
PPG
10.7
Games
17
Rec
74
Rec Yds
1,017
Rec TDs
7
Targets
124
Bye
Week 10
WRCleveland Browns#99
Jerry Jeudy
PPG
10.1
Games
17
Rec
68
Rec Yds
845
Rec TDs
3
Targets
108
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Courtland Sutton
Jerry Jeudy

Head to Head

10.7 PPG10.1 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Courtland Sutton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #21 at the position). Jerry Jeudy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Courtland Sutton is producing at 49% of elite pace and Jerry Jeudy at 46%. That ranking gap means Courtland Sutton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Courtland Sutton vs Jerry Jeudy: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Courtland Sutton finished the 2025 season at 10.7 PPG over 17 games with the Denver Broncos, while Jerry Jeudy clocked in at 10.1 across 17 appearances for the Cleveland Browns. A 0.6-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.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Courtland Sutton turned 124 targets into 1017 yards and 7 touchdowns, while Jerry Jeudy converted 108 looks into 845 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Courtland Sutton (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Jerry Jeudy (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Courtland Sutton outscored Jerry Jeudy by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Courtland Sutton scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Courtland Sutton saw 124 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

Courtland Sutton vs Jerry Jeudy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCourtland SuttonJerry Jeudy
PPG (Half-PPR)10.710.1
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)182172
Receptions7468
Rec/Game4.44.0
Receiving Yards1,017845
Rec Yds/Game59.849.7
Receiving TDs73
Targets124108
Target Share/Game7.36.4
Age30-
Experience7 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Courtland Sutton holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.7 points per game. Jerry Jeudy averaged 10.1 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 Courtland Sutton or Jerry Jeudy in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Courtland Sutton has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Jerry Jeudy's 10.1 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 Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy average in 2025?

Courtland Sutton averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jerry Jeudy averaged 10.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

Do Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy share a bye week?

Yes, both Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Courtland Sutton or Jerry Jeudy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Courtland Sutton outscored Jerry Jeudy by 0.6 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.