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DK Metcalf or Tyler HigbeeWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DK Metcalf is a Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver who averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Higbee is a Los Angeles Rams tight end who averaged 6.5 fantasy points per game across 9 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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WRPittsburgh Steelers#25 WR
DK Metcalf
PPG
10.5
Games
15
Rec
59
Rec Yds
850
Rec TDs
6
Targets
99
Bye
Week 9
TELos Angeles Rams#25 TE
Tyler Higbee
PPG
6.5
Games
9
Rec
25
Rec Yds
281
Rec TDs
3
Targets
36
Bye
Week 11

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DK Metcalf vs Tyler Higbee: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDK MetcalfTyler Higbee
PPG (Half-PPR)10.56.5
Games Played159
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)15859
Receptions5925
Rec/Game3.92.8
Receiving Yards850281
Rec Yds/Game56.731.2
Receiving TDs63
Targets9936
Target Share/Game6.64.0
Age2833
Experience6 yrs9 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start DK Metcalf or Tyler Higbee in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for DK Metcalf and Tyler Higbee is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Tyler Higbee averaged 6.5.

Should I draft DK Metcalf or Tyler Higbee in 2026 fantasy football?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025, and Tyler Higbee averaged 6.5 across 9. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did DK Metcalf and Tyler Higbee average in 2025?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Higbee averaged 6.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.0 points per game.

When are DK Metcalf and Tyler Higbee's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Tyler Higbee (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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