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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cade Otton vs Greg DulcichWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cade Otton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.2 PPG to Greg Dulcich's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cade Otton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Cade Otton edges Greg Dulcich by 0.7 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, Cade Otton 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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TETampa Bay Buccaneers#29PPG LEADER

Cade Otton

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

572

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

TEMiami Dolphins#32

Greg Dulcich

PPG

5.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

335

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Cade Otton

Greg Dulcich

Head to Head

6.2 PPG5.5 PPG

15 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Cade Otton: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #29 at the position). Greg Dulcich: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #32 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Cade Otton is producing at 28% of elite pace and Greg Dulcich at 25%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cade Otton vs Greg Dulcich: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cade Otton finished the 2025 season at 6.2 PPG over 15 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Greg Dulcich clocked in at 5.5 across 9 appearances for the Miami Dolphins. A 0.7-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.

Cade Otton is the volume tight end in this matchup with 59 receptions for 572 yards, while Greg Dulcich profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (1 scores on 26 catches). In weeks where Greg Dulcich finds the end zone he out-scores Cade Otton, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Cade Otton is off Week 10 and Greg Dulcich Week 6. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Cade Otton (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Greg Dulcich (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Cade Otton outscored Greg Dulcich by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cade Otton played 15 games in 2025 compared to Greg Dulcich's 9. That durability gap means Cade Otton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cade Otton scored 1 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Cade Otton saw 81 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cade Otton vs Greg Dulcich: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cade Otton	Greg Dulcich
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.2	5.5
Games Played	15	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	93	50
Receptions	59	26
Rec/Game	3.9	2.9
Receiving Yards	572	335
Rec Yds/Game	38.1	37.2
Receiving TDs	1	1
Targets	81	33
Target Share/Game	5.4	3.7
Age	27	26
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

Cade Otton outscored Greg Dulcich by 0.7 PPG in 2025 (6.2 to 5.5). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cade Otton or Greg Dulcich in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cade Otton has the edge at 6.2 PPG compared to Greg Dulcich's 5.5 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 Cade Otton and Greg Dulcich average in 2025?▾

Cade Otton averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Greg Dulcich averaged 5.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Cade Otton and Greg Dulcich's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cade Otton (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Greg Dulcich (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cade Otton or Greg Dulcich a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Cade Otton outscored Greg Dulcich by 0.7 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.