Devaughn Vele · Michael Pittman · 2026 week 2

Devaughn Vele or Michael Pittman?

Wondering who you should start this week — Devaughn Vele or Michael Pittman? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start Michael PittmanMichael Pittman projects 2.1 PPR points clear of Devaughn Vele in week 2, drawing NE — the 13th-ranked matchup for WRs. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Devaughn Vele @ BAL 9.6 24th 19.9 584 healthy
Michael Pittman START @ NE 11.7 13th 8.8 802 Questionable

WRs vs BAL recently: Alec Pierce 6.1 pts (W1).

WRs vs NE recently: Jaxon Smith-Njigba 18.2 pts (W1).

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Michael Pittman carries the higher trade value — 802 against 584 (a 27% gap). In a one-for-one, the side receiving Michael Pittman gets the most. Momentum: Devaughn Vele +487 and Michael Pittman -275 over the last 30 days.

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.