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Nico Collins or Pat FreiermuthWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Nico Collins is a Houston Texans wide receiver who averaged 12.7 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth is a Pittsburgh Steelers tight end who averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game across 15 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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WRHouston Texans#10 WR
Nico Collins
PPG
12.7
Games
15
Rec
71
Rec Yds
1,117
Rec TDs
6
Targets
120
Bye
Week 8
TEPittsburgh Steelers#28 TE
Pat Freiermuth
PPG
6.2
Games
15
Rec
41
Rec Yds
486
Rec TDs
4
Targets
54
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Nico Collins vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatNico CollinsPat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)12.76.2
Games Played1515
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)19193
Receptions7141
Rec/Game4.72.7
Receiving Yards1,117486
Rec Yds/Game74.532.4
Receiving TDs64
Targets12054
Target Share/Game8.03.6
Age2727
Experience4 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Nico Collins or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Nico Collins and Pat Freiermuth is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Nico Collins averaged 12.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2.

Should I draft Nico Collins or Pat Freiermuth in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Nico Collins averaged 12.7 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025, and Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 across 15. 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 Nico Collins and Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?▾

Nico Collins averaged 12.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 6.5 points per game.

When are Nico Collins and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Nico Collins (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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