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Puka Nacua vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Puka Nacua is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.4 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Puka Nacua is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Puka Nacua outscored Ryan Flournoy by 12.2 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Puka Nacua is the clear pick. Ryan Flournoy profiles as a matchup-dependent wide receiver who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRLos Angeles Rams#1PPG LEADER
Puka Nacua
PPG
19.4
Games
16
Rec
129
Rec Yds
1,715
Rec TDs
10
Targets
166
Bye
Week 11
WRDallas Cowboys#55
Ryan Flournoy
PPG
7.2
Games
13
Rec
40
Rec Yds
475
Rec TDs
4
Targets
56
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Puka Nacua
Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

19.4 PPG7.2 PPG
16 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Puka Nacua: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #1 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Puka Nacua is producing at 88% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Puka Nacua carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Puka Nacua vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Puka Nacua put up 19.4 fantasy points per game for the Los Angeles Rams in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy managed 7.2 across 13 games with the Dallas Cowboys. A 12.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the wide receiver position.

That 12.2-point weekly advantage for Puka Nacua is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Target volume is the story here. Puka Nacua saw 166 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Puka Nacua, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Puka Nacua sits Week 11 while Ryan Flournoy is off Week 14. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Puka Nacua is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ryan Flournoy is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Puka Nacua (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Puka Nacua outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 207 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Puka Nacua played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Puka Nacua contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Puka Nacua scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Puka Nacua saw 166 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Puka Nacua vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatPuka NacuaRyan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)19.47.2
Games Played1613
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)31094
Receptions12940
Rec/Game8.13.1
Receiving Yards1,715475
Rec Yds/Game107.236.5
Receiving TDs104
Targets16656
Target Share/Game10.44.3
Age2526
Experience2 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Puka Nacua at 19.4 PPG, 12.2 points per game above Ryan Flournoy's 7.2. 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 Puka Nacua or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Puka Nacua has the edge at 19.4 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 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 Puka Nacua and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?

Puka Nacua averaged 19.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 12.2 points per game.

When are Puka Nacua and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?

Puka Nacua (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Puka Nacua or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Puka Nacua outscored Ryan Flournoy by 12.2 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.