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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

CeeDee Lamb vs Drake London

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Drake London is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Drake London edges CeeDee Lamb by 1.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Drake London goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRDallas Cowboys#11

CeeDee Lamb

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,077

Rec TDs

Targets

117

Bye

Week 10

WRAtlanta Falcons#7PPG LEADER

Drake London

PPG

14.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

919

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

CeeDee Lamb

Drake London

Head to Head

12.6 PPG14.0 PPG

13 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Drake London: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, CeeDee Lamb is producing at 57% 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.

CeeDee Lamb vs Drake London: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. CeeDee Lamb finished the 2025 season at 12.6 PPG over 13 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Drake London clocked in at 14.0 across 12 appearances for the Atlanta Falcons. A 1.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. CeeDee Lamb turned 117 targets into 1077 yards and 3 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: CeeDee Lamb is off Week 10 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

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: CeeDee Lamb (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Drake London (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Drake London outscored CeeDee Lamb by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•CeeDee Lamb played 13 games in 2025 compared to Drake London's 12. That durability gap means CeeDee Lamb 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.
•CeeDee Lamb saw 117 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatLambLondon

PPG (Half-PPR)12.614.0

Games Played1312

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)164168

Receptions7568

Rec/Game5.85.7

Receiving Yards1,077919

Rec Yds/Game82.876.6

Receiving TDs37

Targets117112

Target Share/Game9.09.3

Age2724

Experience5 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 5

Summary

Drake London outscored CeeDee Lamb by 1.4 PPG in 2025 (14.0 to 12.6). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start CeeDee Lamb or Drake London in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Drake London has the edge at 14.0 PPG compared to CeeDee Lamb's 12.6 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 CeeDee Lamb and Drake London average in 2025?▾

CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Drake London averaged 14.0 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are CeeDee Lamb and Drake London's bye weeks in 2026?▾

CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 10, and Drake London (ATL) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is CeeDee Lamb or Drake London a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Drake London outscored CeeDee Lamb by 1.4 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.