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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Quentin Johnston vs Sam LaPortaWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Quentin Johnston over Sam LaPorta in 2026.

Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 to Sam LaPorta's 9.7, a 1.5 point per game edge. Johnston also stayed healthier, playing 13 games to 9, which steadies his weekly floor. Quentin Johnston 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, Quentin Johnston (11.2 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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WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TEDetroit Lions#7

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Quentin Johnston

Sam LaPorta

Head to Head

11.2 PPG9.7 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 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.

Quentin Johnston vs Sam LaPorta: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Quentin Johnston (WR, Los Angeles Chargers) against Sam LaPorta (TE, Detroit Lions) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 over 13 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.

Quentin Johnston has his bye in Week 7, 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: Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored Sam LaPorta by a projected 26 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quentin Johnston played 13 games in 2025 compared to Sam LaPorta's 9. That durability gap means Quentin Johnston contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Quentin Johnston saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Quentin Johnston vs Sam LaPorta: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Quentin Johnston	Sam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	9.7
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	146	87
Receptions	51	40
Rec/Game	3.9	4.4
Receiving Yards	735	489
Rec Yds/Game	56.5	54.3
Receiving TDs	8	3
Targets	84	49
Target Share/Game	6.5	5.4
Age	24	25
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quentin Johnston versus 9.7 for Sam LaPorta in 2025. The baseline favors Quentin Johnston, 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 Quentin Johnston or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 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 Quentin Johnston and Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾

Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are Quentin Johnston and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.