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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Michael Wilson vs Tucker KraftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tucker Kraft over Michael Wilson in 2026.

Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG in 2025 to Michael Wilson's 10.7, a 1.9 point per game edge. Kraft posted that edge in only 8 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability. Tucker Kraft is Tier 1 among tight ends, Michael Wilson is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tucker Kraft (12.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Michael Wilson (10.7 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#24

Michael Wilson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,006

Rec TDs

Targets

126

Bye

Week 14

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Michael Wilson

Tucker Kraft

Head to Head

10.7 PPG12.6 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Wilson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #24 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 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 1 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

Michael Wilson vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Michael Wilson (WR, Arizona Cardinals) against Tucker Kraft (TE, Green Bay Packers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Tucker Kraft posted 12.6 PPG across 8 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, Tucker Kraft in Week 11. 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. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Michael Wilson by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Wilson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. 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 Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Michael Wilson	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	12.6
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	101
Receptions	78	32
Rec/Game	4.6	4.0
Receiving Yards	1,006	489
Rec Yds/Game	59.2	61.1
Receiving TDs	7	6
Targets	126	44
Target Share/Game	7.4	5.5
Age	26	25
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tucker Kraft at 12.6 PPG, 1.9 points per game above Michael Wilson's 10.7. 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 Michael Wilson or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Michael Wilson's 10.7 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 Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Michael Wilson averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Michael Wilson and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Michael Wilson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.