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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cade Otton vs Mason TaylorWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cade Otton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.2 PPG to Mason Taylor's 5.1 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 Mason Taylor by 1.1 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

TENew York Jets#34

Mason Taylor

PPG

5.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

369

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Cade Otton

Mason Taylor

Head to Head

6.2 PPG5.1 PPG

15 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Cade Otton: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #29 at the position). Mason Taylor: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #34 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Cade Otton is producing at 28% of elite pace and Mason Taylor at 23%. That ranking gap means Cade Otton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cade Otton vs Mason Taylor: 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 Mason Taylor clocked in at 5.1 across 13 appearances for the New York Jets. A 1.1-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. Cade Otton had 59 catches for 572 yards; Mason Taylor posted 44 for 369. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

One scheduling note: Cade Otton is off Week 10 and Mason Taylor Week 13. 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. Mason Taylor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Cade Otton outscored Mason Taylor by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cade Otton played 15 games in 2025 compared to Mason Taylor's 13. 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.
•Mason Taylor is 5 years younger than Cade Otton (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cade Otton vs Mason Taylor: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cade Otton	Mason Taylor
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.2	5.1
Games Played	15	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	93	66
Receptions	59	44
Rec/Game	3.9	3.4
Receiving Yards	572	369
Rec Yds/Game	38.1	28.4
Receiving TDs	1	1
Targets	81	65
Target Share/Game	5.4	5.0
Age	27	22
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Cade Otton holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.2 points per game. Mason Taylor averaged 5.1 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 Cade Otton or Mason Taylor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cade Otton has the edge at 6.2 PPG compared to Mason Taylor's 5.1 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 Mason Taylor average in 2025?▾

Cade Otton averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Mason Taylor averaged 5.1 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Cade Otton and Mason Taylor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cade Otton (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Mason Taylor (NYJ) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cade Otton or Mason Taylor a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Cade Otton outscored Mason Taylor by 1.1 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.