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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Jayden Higgins vs Stefon DiggsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Stefon Diggs over Jayden Higgins in 2026.

Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG in 2025 to Jayden Higgins's 6.4, a 3.5 point per game edge. Diggs's 85-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR.

The Bottom Line

Stefon Diggs is the better play on a neutral week. 9.9 PPG with 1,013 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jayden Higgins at 6.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Stefon Diggs higher, but do not fade Jayden Higgins entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRHouston Texans#99

Jayden Higgins

PPG

6.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

WRNew England Patriots#30PPG LEADER

Stefon Diggs

PPG

9.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,013

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jayden Higgins

Stefon Diggs

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6.4 PPG9.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jayden Higgins: Unranked WR. Stefon Diggs: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jayden Higgins is producing at 29% of elite pace and Stefon Diggs at 45%. That ranking gap means Stefon Diggs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jayden Higgins vs Stefon Diggs: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jayden Higgins and Stefon Diggs for your lineup, you are not alone. Jayden Higgins finished the 2025 season at 6.4 PPG for the Houston Texans (17 games), and Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 for the New England Patriots (17 games).

That 3.5-point weekly advantage for Stefon Diggs 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.

Target volume is the story here. Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025, while Jayden Higgins drew 68. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Stefon Diggs, even in weeks where Jayden Higgins posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Jayden Higgins is off Week 14 and Stefon Diggs Week 11. 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

Stefon Diggs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jayden Higgins is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jayden Higgins (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Stefon Diggs outscored Jayden Higgins by a projected 60 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jayden Higgins scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Jayden Higgins is 9 years younger than Stefon Diggs (23 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jayden Higgins vs Stefon Diggs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jayden Higgins	Stefon Diggs
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	9.9
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	109	168
Receptions	41	85
Rec/Game	2.4	5.0
Receiving Yards	525	1,013
Rec Yds/Game	30.9	59.6
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	68	102
Target Share/Game	4.0	6.0
Age	23	32
Experience	1 yrs	10 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Stefon Diggs at 9.9 PPG, 3.5 points per game above Jayden Higgins's 6.4. 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 Jayden Higgins or Stefon Diggs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Stefon Diggs has the edge at 9.9 PPG compared to Jayden Higgins's 6.4 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 Jayden Higgins and Stefon Diggs average in 2025?▾

Jayden Higgins averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.5 points per game.

When are Jayden Higgins and Stefon Diggs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jayden Higgins (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Stefon Diggs (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jayden Higgins or Stefon Diggs a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Stefon Diggs outscored Jayden Higgins by 3.5 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.