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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Michael Wilson vs Sam LaPortaWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Michael Wilson over Sam LaPorta in 2026.

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 to Sam LaPorta's 9.7, a 1.0 point per game edge. Wilson also stayed healthier, playing 17 games to 9, which steadies his weekly floor. Michael Wilson is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Sam LaPorta is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Michael Wilson (10.7 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Sam LaPorta (9.7 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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WRArizona Cardinals#24PPG LEADER

Michael Wilson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,006

Rec TDs

Targets

126

Bye

Week 14

TEDetroit Lions#7

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Michael Wilson

Sam LaPorta

Head to Head

10.7 PPG9.7 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Sam LaPorta: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #7 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Michael Wilson vs Sam LaPorta: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Michael Wilson (WR, Arizona Cardinals) against Sam LaPorta (TE, Detroit Lions) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Sam LaPorta posted 9.7 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Michael Wilson has his bye in Week 14, Sam LaPorta in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Michael Wilson (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Michael Wilson outscored Sam LaPorta by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Sam LaPorta's 9. That durability gap means Michael Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Wilson scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Michael Wilson saw 126 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Wilson vs Sam LaPorta: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Michael Wilson	Sam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	9.7
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	87
Receptions	78	40
Rec/Game	4.6	4.4
Receiving Yards	1,006	489
Rec Yds/Game	59.2	54.3
Receiving TDs	7	3
Targets	126	49
Target Share/Game	7.4	5.4
Age	26	25
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

10.7 PPG for Michael Wilson versus 9.7 for Sam LaPorta in 2025. The baseline favors Michael Wilson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Michael Wilson or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Wilson has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Sam LaPorta's 9.7 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 Michael Wilson and Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Michael Wilson and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.