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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Rashee Rice vs Ryan Flournoy

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Rashee Rice is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Rashee Rice outscored Ryan Flournoy by 8.3 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Rashee Rice 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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WRKansas City Chiefs#5PPG LEADER

Rashee Rice

PPG

15.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

571

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Rashee Rice

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

15.5 PPG7.2 PPG

8 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Rashee Rice: Tier 1 (Elite) WR (ranked #5 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Rashee Rice is producing at 70% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Rashee Rice carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rashee Rice vs Ryan Flournoy: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Rashee Rice put up 15.5 fantasy points per game for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy managed 7.2 across 13 games with the Dallas Cowboys. A 8.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the wide receiver position.

The per-game difference of 8.3 points favors Rashee Rice, 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. Rashee Rice turned 78 targets into 571 yards and 5 touchdowns, while Ryan Flournoy converted 56 looks into 475 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Rashee Rice 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: Rashee Rice (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rashee Rice outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 141 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ryan Flournoy played 13 games in 2025 compared to Rashee Rice's 8. That durability gap means Ryan Flournoy contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rashee Rice scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Rashee Rice saw 78 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRiceFlournoy

PPG (Half-PPR)15.57.2

Games Played813

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)12494

Receptions5340

Rec/Game6.63.1

Receiving Yards571475

Rec Yds/Game71.436.5

Receiving TDs54

Targets7856

Target Share/Game9.84.3

Age2626

Experience2 yrs1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 10

Summary

15.5 PPG for Rashee Rice versus 7.2 for Ryan Flournoy in 2025. The baseline favors Rashee Rice, 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 Rashee Rice or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rashee Rice has the edge at 15.5 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 Rashee Rice and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Rashee Rice averaged 15.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 8.3 points per game.

Do Rashee Rice and Ryan Flournoy share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Rashee Rice and Ryan Flournoy share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Rashee Rice or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Rashee Rice outscored Ryan Flournoy by 8.3 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.