HEADtoHEADSTATS
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
Jordan Matthews
TE · CAR⚡ 6–0
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A.J. Derby vs Jordan Matthews Career Stats Comparison

↓ Loses
A.J. Derby
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
⚡ Winner
Jordan Matthews
Jordan Matthews
TE · CAR
Career Stats
452
Receiving Yards
3,288
3
Rec Touchdowns
22
11.3
Yards Per Reception
12.0
40
Receptions
274
21
Games Played
76
65
Targets
426
Statistical Verdict
Jordan Matthews Wins
0–6
Category Wins
6 stats compared
Fantasy
No fantasy data available for 2026.
🤖AI Analysis

The career statistics tell a clear story in this TE comparison. Jordan Matthews holds the advantage in 6 of 6 key categories, with Rec Touchdowns representing the most decisive gap — a 633.3% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.

Jordan Matthews's Rec Touchdowns of 22 compared to A.J. Derby's 3 represents a 633.3% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. A.J. Derby falls 91.4% below the career average of 35 in this category while Jordan Matthews exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Jordan Matthews's edge.

The most competitive category in this matchup is Yards Per Reception, where A.J. Derby posts 11.3 against Jordan Matthews's 12.0 — a gap of just 6.2%. A.J. Derby can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 6-0 tally suggests. In any debate, Yards Per Reception is the statistical ammunition for the A.J. Derby side.

The tight end position demands a rare combination of size, athleticism and football IQ. Career receiving production at tight end reflects the ability to dominate as a mismatch weapon, red zone threat and reliable safety valve.

Jordan Matthews wins this head to head comparison decisively — 6 categories to 0. The 633.3% gap in Rec Touchdowns alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Jordan Matthews's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, A.J. Derby or Jordan Matthews?

Jordan Matthews holds the statistical edge, winning 6 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Jordan Matthews's Rec Touchdowns of 22 versus A.J. Derby's 3 is the most decisive factor — a 633.3% difference.

How do A.J. Derby and Jordan Matthews compare in Rec Touchdowns?

A.J. Derby career Rec Touchdowns: 3. Jordan Matthews career Rec Touchdowns: 22. Jordan Matthews leads by 633.3% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.

Who had the better overall career, A.J. Derby or Jordan Matthews?

Based on career statistics, Jordan Matthews edges A.J. Derby 6-0 across key categories. Jordan Matthews's Rec Touchdowns of 22 leads A.J. Derby's 3 by 633.3%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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