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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Brenton Strange vs Dalton KincaidWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dalton Kincaid is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Brenton Strange's 7.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dalton Kincaid is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Dalton Kincaid and Brenton Strange are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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TEJacksonville Jaguars#19

Brenton Strange

PPG

7.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

540

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TEBuffalo Bills#11PPG LEADER

Dalton Kincaid

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

571

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Brenton Strange

Dalton Kincaid

Head to Head

7.9 PPG8.9 PPG

12 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Brenton Strange: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #19 at the position). Dalton Kincaid: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Brenton Strange is producing at 36% of elite pace and Dalton Kincaid at 40%. That ranking gap means Dalton Kincaid carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brenton Strange vs Dalton Kincaid: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Brenton Strange finished the 2025 season at 7.9 PPG over 12 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Dalton Kincaid clocked in at 8.9 across 12 appearances for the Buffalo Bills. A 1.0-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 see steady target volume for the tight end position. Brenton Strange had 46 catches for 540 yards; Dalton Kincaid posted 39 for 571. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

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: Brenton Strange (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Dalton Kincaid (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dalton Kincaid outscored Brenton Strange by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Kincaid scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Brenton Strange saw 60 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brenton Strange vs Dalton Kincaid: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brenton Strange	Dalton Kincaid
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	8.9
Games Played	12	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	95	107
Receptions	46	39
Rec/Game	3.8	3.3
Receiving Yards	540	571
Rec Yds/Game	45.0	47.6
Receiving TDs	3	5
Targets	60	49
Target Share/Game	5.0	4.1
Age	25	26
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Dalton Kincaid at 8.9 PPG, 1.0 points per game above Brenton Strange's 7.9. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brenton Strange or Dalton Kincaid in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dalton Kincaid has the edge at 8.9 PPG compared to Brenton Strange's 7.9 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 Brenton Strange and Dalton Kincaid average in 2025?▾

Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Dalton Kincaid averaged 8.9 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

Do Brenton Strange and Dalton Kincaid share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Brenton Strange and Dalton Kincaid share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Brenton Strange or Dalton Kincaid a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dalton Kincaid outscored Brenton Strange by 1.0 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.