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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Cade Stover or Tucker KraftWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tucker Kraft over Cade Stover in 2026.

Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG in 2025 to Cade Stover's 3.5, a 9.1 point per game edge. Kraft posted that edge in only 8 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 12.6 PPG and 492 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Cade Stover (3.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Tucker Kraft as the starter and Cade Stover as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TEHouston Texans

Cade Stover

PPG

3.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

215

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Cade Stover

Tucker Kraft

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3.5 PPG12.6 PPG

15 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Cade Stover: Unranked TE. Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Cade Stover is producing at 16% of elite pace and Tucker Kraft at 57%. That per-game gap means Tucker Kraft carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cade Stover vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two tight ends. Tucker Kraft (Green Bay Packers) averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games in 2025, outscoring Cade Stover (Houston Texans, 3.5 PPG) by 9.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 9.1-PPG gap gives Tucker Kraft the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Cade Stover had 22 catches for 215 yards; Tucker Kraft posted 32 for 489. 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 Stover is off Week 14 and Tucker Kraft Week 11. 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

If you can acquire Tucker Kraft at a discount because your league-mates undervalue tight end production, do it. Cade Stover is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Cade Stover (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Cade Stover by a projected 155 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cade Stover played 15 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Cade Stover contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tucker Kraft scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tucker Kraft saw 44 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cade Stover vs Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cade Stover	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	3.5	12.6
Games Played	15	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	53	101
Receptions	22	32
Rec/Game	1.5	4.0
Receiving Yards	215	489
Rec Yds/Game	14.3	61.1
Receiving TDs	1	6
Targets	32	44
Target Share/Game	2.1	5.5
Age	-	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

Tucker Kraft outscored Cade Stover by 9.1 PPG in 2025 (12.6 to 3.5). 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 Stover or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Cade Stover's 3.5 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.

Should I draft Cade Stover or Tucker Kraft in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Tucker Kraft is the earlier pick. He averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Cade Stover's 3.5, a 9.1 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Cade Stover and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Cade Stover averaged 3.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 9.1 points per game.

When are Cade Stover and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cade Stover (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cade Stover or Tucker Kraft a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Cade Stover by 9.1 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.