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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Tee Higgins vs Theo JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tee Higgins over Theo Johnson in 2026.

Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Theo Johnson's 7.0, a 5.1 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. Tee Higgins is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Theo Johnson is Tier 3 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tee Higgins (12.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Theo Johnson (7.0 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.

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

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WRCincinnati Bengals#13PPG LEADER

Tee Higgins

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

846

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TENew York Giants#24

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Tee Higgins

Theo Johnson

Head to Head

12.1 PPG7.0 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Tee Higgins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #13 at the position). Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 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 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Tee Higgins vs Theo Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Tee Higgins (WR, Cincinnati Bengals) against Theo Johnson (TE, New York Giants) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Theo Johnson posted 7.0 PPG across 15 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.

Tee Higgins has his bye in Week 6, Theo Johnson in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Tee Higgins at a discount because your league-mates undervalue wide receiver production, do it. Theo Johnson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Tee Higgins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Theo Johnson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tee Higgins outscored Theo Johnson by a projected 87 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tee Higgins scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tee Higgins saw 98 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tee Higgins vs Theo Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tee Higgins	Theo Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	7.0
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	182	105
Receptions	59	45
Rec/Game	3.9	3.0
Receiving Yards	846	528
Rec Yds/Game	56.4	35.2
Receiving TDs	11	5
Targets	98	74
Target Share/Game	6.5	4.9
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tee Higgins holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 12.1 points per game. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Tee Higgins or Theo Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tee Higgins has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Theo Johnson's 7.0 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 Tee Higgins and Theo Johnson average in 2025?▾

Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.1 points per game.

When are Tee Higgins and Theo Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tee Higgins (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Theo Johnson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.