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Brenton Strange vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Brenton Strange is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Brenton Strange is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Brenton Strange edges Tyler Conklin by 0.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Brenton Strange goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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TEJacksonville Jaguars#19PPG LEADER
Brenton Strange
PPG
7.9
Games
12
Rec
46
Rec Yds
540
Rec TDs
3
Targets
60
Bye
Week 7
TENew York Jets#99
Tyler Conklin
PPG
7.5
Games
17
Rec
50
Rec Yds
525
Rec TDs
3
Targets
65
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Brenton Strange
Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

7.9 PPG7.5 PPG
12 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Brenton Strange: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #19 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Brenton Strange is producing at 36% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Brenton Strange carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Brenton Strange vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Brenton Strange and Tyler Conklin is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 PPG with the Jacksonville Jaguars across 12 games, and Tyler Conklin posted 7.5 with the New York Jets in 17.

When two tight ends are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Brenton Strange had 46 catches for 540 yards; Tyler Conklin posted 50 for 525. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Brenton Strange has his bye in Week 7, and Tyler Conklin rests in Week 12. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at tight end for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Brenton Strange outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brenton Strange's 12. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Brenton Strange scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
  • Tyler Conklin saw 65 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brenton Strange vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBrenton StrangeTyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)7.97.5
Games Played1217
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)95128
Receptions4650
Rec/Game3.82.9
Receiving Yards540525
Rec Yds/Game45.030.9
Receiving TDs33
Targets6065
Target Share/Game5.03.8
Age25-
Experience2 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Brenton Strange holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.9 points per game. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brenton Strange or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Brenton Strange has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 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 Tyler Conklin average in 2025?

Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Brenton Strange and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?

Brenton Strange (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Brenton Strange or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Brenton Strange outscored Tyler Conklin by 0.4 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.

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