Chig Okonkwo vs Colby Parkinson: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Chig Okonkwo and Colby Parkinson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Washington Commanders tight end put up 5.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Colby Parkinson of the Los Angeles Rams averaged 7.2 in 15. A 1.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 1.6 points favors Colby Parkinson, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Chig Okonkwo had 56 catches for 560 yards; Colby Parkinson posted 43 for 408. 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: Chig Okonkwo is off Week 14 and Colby Parkinson 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.
