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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Jakobi Meyers vs Tetairoa McMillanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tetairoa McMillan over Jakobi Meyers in 2026.

Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG in 2025 to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6, a 1.9 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

Tetairoa McMillan is the better play on a neutral week. 10.5 PPG with 1,014 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jakobi Meyers at 8.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tetairoa McMillan higher, but do not fade Jakobi Meyers entirely.

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

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WRJacksonville Jaguars#42

Jakobi Meyers

PPG

8.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

835

Rec TDs

Targets

110

Bye

Week 7

WRCarolina Panthers#26PPG LEADER

Tetairoa McMillan

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

122

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Jakobi Meyers

Tetairoa McMillan

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8.6 PPG10.5 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Jakobi Meyers: Tier 3 (Deep League) WR (ranked #42 at the position). Tetairoa McMillan: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #26 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jakobi Meyers is producing at 39% of elite pace and Tetairoa McMillan at 48%. That ranking gap means Tetairoa McMillan carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jakobi Meyers vs Tetairoa McMillan: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jakobi Meyers and Tetairoa McMillan for your lineup, you are not alone. Jakobi Meyers finished the 2025 season at 8.6 PPG for the Jacksonville Jaguars (16 games), and Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 for the Carolina Panthers (17 games).

That 1.9-point weekly advantage for Tetairoa McMillan is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jakobi Meyers turned 110 targets into 835 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Tetairoa McMillan converted 122 looks into 1014 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jakobi Meyers sits Week 7 while Tetairoa McMillan is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Jakobi Meyers (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tetairoa McMillan (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tetairoa McMillan outscored Jakobi Meyers by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tetairoa McMillan played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jakobi Meyers's 16. That durability gap means Tetairoa McMillan contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tetairoa McMillan scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tetairoa McMillan saw 122 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Tetairoa McMillan is 6 years younger than Jakobi Meyers (23 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jakobi Meyers vs Tetairoa McMillan: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jakobi Meyers	Tetairoa McMillan
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.6	10.5
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	179
Receptions	75	70
Rec/Game	4.7	4.1
Receiving Yards	835	1,014
Rec Yds/Game	52.2	59.6
Receiving TDs	3	7
Targets	110	122
Target Share/Game	6.9	7.2
Age	29	23
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tetairoa McMillan at 10.5 PPG, 1.9 points per game above Jakobi Meyers's 8.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jakobi Meyers or Tetairoa McMillan in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tetairoa McMillan has the edge at 10.5 PPG compared to Jakobi Meyers's 8.6 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 Jakobi Meyers and Tetairoa McMillan average in 2025?▾

Jakobi Meyers averaged 8.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Jakobi Meyers and Tetairoa McMillan's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jakobi Meyers (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jakobi Meyers or Tetairoa McMillan a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Tetairoa McMillan outscored Jakobi Meyers by 1.9 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.