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Updated from live statsJaylen Waddle or Saquon BarkleyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Saquon Barkley is listed out (hamstring) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Jaylen Waddle is a Miami Dolphins wide receiver who averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025. Saquon Barkley is a Philadelphia Eagles running back who averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game across 16 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 | Jaylen Waddle | Saquon Barkley |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 10.1 | 13.4 |
| Games Played | 16 | 16 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 162 | 214 |
| Rushing Yards | 28 | 1,140 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 1.8 | 71.3 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 7 |
| Receptions | 64 | 37 |
| Receiving Yards | 910 | 273 |
| Targets | 100 | 50 |
| Total TDs | 6 | 9 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Experience | 4 yrs | 7 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Jaylen Waddle or Saquon Barkley in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Jaylen Waddle and Saquon Barkley is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4.
Should I draft Jaylen Waddle or Saquon Barkley in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025, and Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 across 16. 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 Jaylen Waddle and Saquon Barkley average in 2025?▾
Jaylen Waddle averaged 10.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.
When are Jaylen Waddle and Saquon Barkley's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Jaylen Waddle (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and Saquon Barkley (PHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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