HEADtoHEADSTATS
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
Wes Welker
WR · LA⚡ 5–1
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A.J. Derby vs Wes Welker Career Stats Comparison

↓ Loses
A.J. Derby
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
⚡ Winner
Wes Welker
Wes Welker
WR · LA
Career Stats
452
Receiving Yards
9,924
3
Rec Touchdowns
50
11.3
Yards Per Reception
11.0
40
Receptions
903
21
Games Played
174
65
Targets
1220
Statistical Verdict
Wes Welker Wins
1–5
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. Wes Welker holds the advantage in 5 of 6 key categories, with Receptions representing the most decisive gap — a 2157.5% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.

Wes Welker's Receptions of 903 compared to A.J. Derby's 40 represents a 2157.5% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. A.J. Derby falls 90% below the career average of 400 in this category while Wes Welker exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Wes Welker's edge.

The most competitive category in this matchup is Yards Per Reception, where A.J. Derby posts 11.3 against Wes Welker's 11.0 — a gap of just 2.7%. A.J. Derby can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 5-1 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.

Wes Welker wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 1. The 2157.5% gap in Receptions alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Wes Welker's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, A.J. Derby or Wes Welker?

Wes Welker holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 6 categories in this career comparison. Wes Welker's Receptions of 903 versus A.J. Derby's 40 is the most decisive factor — a 2157.5% difference.

How do A.J. Derby and Wes Welker compare in Receptions?

A.J. Derby career Receptions: 40. Wes Welker career Receptions: 903. Wes Welker leads by 2157.5% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.

Who had the better overall career, A.J. Derby or Wes Welker?

Based on career statistics, Wes Welker edges A.J. Derby 5-1 across key categories. Wes Welker's Receptions of 903 leads A.J. Derby's 40 by 2157.5%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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