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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Keenan Allen vs Troy FranklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean Troy Franklin over Keenan Allen in 2026.

Troy Franklin (8.5 PPG) and Keenan Allen (8.4) finished 2025 separated by under a point per game. 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

Statistically, Troy Franklin and Keenan Allen are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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WRLos Angeles Chargers#45

Keenan Allen

PPG

8.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

122

Bye

Week 7

WRDenver Broncos#44PPG LEADER

Troy Franklin

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

709

Rec TDs

Targets

104

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Keenan Allen

Troy Franklin

Head to Head

8.4 PPG8.5 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Keenan Allen: Tier 3 (Deep League) WR (ranked #45 at the position). Troy Franklin: Tier 3 (Deep League) WR (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Keenan Allen is producing at 38% of elite pace and Troy Franklin at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Keenan Allen vs Troy Franklin: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Keenan Allen finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG over 17 games with the Los Angeles Chargers, while Troy Franklin clocked in at 8.5 across 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos. A 0.1-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Keenan Allen turned 122 targets into 777 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Troy Franklin converted 104 looks into 709 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Keenan Allen is off Week 7 and Troy Franklin Week 10. 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

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: Keenan Allen (age 34) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Troy Franklin (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Troy Franklin outscored Keenan Allen by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Troy Franklin scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Keenan Allen saw 122 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Troy Franklin is 11 years younger than Keenan Allen (23 vs 34), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Keenan Allen vs Troy Franklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Keenan Allen	Troy Franklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	8.5
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	143	145
Receptions	81	65
Rec/Game	4.8	3.8
Receiving Yards	777	709
Rec Yds/Game	45.7	41.7
Receiving TDs	4	6
Targets	122	104
Target Share/Game	7.2	6.1
Age	34	23
Experience	12 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Troy Franklin at 8.5 PPG, 0.1 points per game above Keenan Allen's 8.4. 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 Keenan Allen or Troy Franklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Troy Franklin has the edge at 8.5 PPG compared to Keenan Allen's 8.4 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 Keenan Allen and Troy Franklin average in 2025?▾

Keenan Allen averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Troy Franklin averaged 8.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Keenan Allen and Troy Franklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Keenan Allen (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Troy Franklin (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Keenan Allen or Troy Franklin a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Troy Franklin outscored Keenan Allen by 0.1 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.