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Updated from live statsJa'Marr Chase or Ricky PearsallWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Ricky Pearsall is listed out as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Ja'Marr Chase is a Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver who averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025. Ricky Pearsall is a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver who averaged 7.8 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Ja'Marr Chase | Ricky Pearsall |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 15.7 | 7.8 |
| Games Played | 16 | 9 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 251 | 70 |
| Receptions | 125 | 36 |
| Rec/Game | 7.8 | 4.0 |
| Receiving Yards | 1,412 | 528 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 88.3 | 58.7 |
| Receiving TDs | 8 | 0 |
| Targets | 185 | 53 |
| Target Share/Game | 11.6 | 5.9 |
| Age | 26 | 26 |
| Experience | 4 yrs | 1 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Ja'Marr Chase or Ricky Pearsall in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Ja'Marr Chase and Ricky Pearsall is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Ja'Marr Chase averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Ricky Pearsall averaged 7.8.
Should I draft Ja'Marr Chase or Ricky Pearsall in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Ja'Marr Chase averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025, and Ricky Pearsall averaged 7.8 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 Ja'Marr Chase and Ricky Pearsall average in 2025?▾
Ja'Marr Chase averaged 15.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ricky Pearsall averaged 7.8 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 7.9 points per game.
When are Ja'Marr Chase and Ricky Pearsall's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Ja'Marr Chase (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Ricky Pearsall (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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