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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs Dalton SchultzWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.0 PPG to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Dalton Schultz and Colby Parkinson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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TELos Angeles Rams#21

Colby Parkinson

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

408

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TEHouston Texans#18PPG LEADER

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Colby Parkinson

Dalton Schultz

Head to Head

7.7 PPG8.0 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Colby Parkinson is producing at 35% of elite pace and Dalton Schultz at 36%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Colby Parkinson vs Dalton Schultz: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Colby Parkinson finished the 2025 season at 7.7 PPG over 14 games with the Los Angeles Rams, while Dalton Schultz clocked in at 8.0 across 17 appearances for the Houston Texans. A 0.3-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.

Dalton Schultz is the volume tight end in this matchup with 82 receptions for 777 yards, while Colby Parkinson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (8 scores on 43 catches). In weeks where Colby Parkinson finds the end zone he out-scores Dalton Schultz, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Colby Parkinson is off Week 11 and Dalton Schultz Week 8. 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: Colby Parkinson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Dalton Schultz (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dalton Schultz outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Schultz played 17 games in 2025 compared to Colby Parkinson's 14. That durability gap means Dalton Schultz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Colby Parkinson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Dalton Schultz saw 106 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Colby Parkinson vs Dalton Schultz: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Colby Parkinson	Dalton Schultz
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	8.0
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	136
Receptions	43	82
Rec/Game	3.1	4.8
Receiving Yards	408	777
Rec Yds/Game	29.1	45.7
Receiving TDs	8	3
Targets	56	106
Target Share/Game	4.0	6.2
Age	27	29
Experience	5 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

8.0 PPG for Dalton Schultz versus 7.7 for Colby Parkinson in 2025. The baseline favors Dalton Schultz, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Colby Parkinson or Dalton Schultz in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dalton Schultz has the edge at 8.0 PPG compared to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 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 Colby Parkinson and Dalton Schultz average in 2025?▾

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Colby Parkinson and Dalton Schultz's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Colby Parkinson (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Dalton Schultz (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Colby Parkinson or Dalton Schultz a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dalton Schultz outscored Colby Parkinson by 0.3 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.