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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Drake London

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Drake London is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Drake London outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Drake London is the clear pick. Brian Thomas Jr. 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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WRJacksonville Jaguars#47

Brian Thomas Jr.

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

707

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

WRAtlanta Falcons#7PPG LEADER

Drake London

PPG

14.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

919

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Brian Thomas Jr.

Drake London

Head to Head

8.2 PPG14.0 PPG

14 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Brian Thomas Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #47 at the position). Drake London: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Brian Thomas Jr. is producing at 37% of elite pace and Drake London at 64%. That ranking gap means Drake London carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Drake London: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Brian Thomas Jr. and Drake London is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver put up 8.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Drake London of the Atlanta Falcons averaged 14.0 in 12. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 points favors Drake London, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Brian Thomas Jr. turned 91 targets into 707 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Drake London converted 112 looks into 919 yards and 7 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

One scheduling note: Brian Thomas Jr. is off Week 8 and Drake London Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Drake London is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Brian Thomas Jr. is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brian Thomas Jr. (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Drake London (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Drake London outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Brian Thomas Jr. played 14 games in 2025 compared to Drake London's 12. That durability gap means Brian Thomas Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Drake London scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Drake London saw 112 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatJr.London

PPG (Half-PPR)8.214.0

Games Played1412

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)115168

Receptions4868

Rec/Game3.45.7

Receiving Yards707919

Rec Yds/Game50.576.6

Receiving TDs27

Targets91112

Target Share/Game6.59.3

Age2324

Experience1 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 5

Summary

14.0 PPG for Drake London versus 8.2 for Brian Thomas Jr. in 2025. The baseline favors Drake London, 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 Brian Thomas Jr. or Drake London in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Drake London has the edge at 14.0 PPG compared to Brian Thomas Jr.'s 8.2 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 Brian Thomas Jr. and Drake London average in 2025?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Drake London averaged 14.0 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Brian Thomas Jr. and Drake London's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brian Thomas Jr. (JAX) has a bye in Week 8, and Drake London (ATL) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brian Thomas Jr. or Drake London a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Drake London outscored Brian Thomas Jr. by 5.8 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.