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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs David NjokuWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Colby Parkinson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to David Njoku's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Colby Parkinson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Colby Parkinson and David Njoku are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-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#21PPG LEADER

Colby Parkinson

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

408

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TECleveland Browns#26

David Njoku

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Colby Parkinson

David Njoku

Head to Head

7.7 PPG6.3 PPG

14 GP11 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Colby Parkinson is producing at 35% of elite pace and David Njoku at 29%. That ranking gap means Colby Parkinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Colby Parkinson vs David Njoku: The Full Breakdown

Colby Parkinson (7.7 PPG) and David Njoku (6.3 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two tight ends are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Colby Parkinson played 14 games for the Los Angeles Rams; David Njoku suited up 11 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 1.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Colby Parkinson had 43 catches for 408 yards; David Njoku posted 33 for 293. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

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. David Njoku (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Colby Parkinson outscored David Njoku by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Colby Parkinson played 14 games in 2025 compared to David Njoku's 11. That durability gap means Colby Parkinson 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.
•Colby Parkinson saw 56 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Colby Parkinson vs David Njoku: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Colby Parkinson	David Njoku
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	6.3
Games Played	14	11
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	69
Receptions	43	33
Rec/Game	3.1	3.0
Receiving Yards	408	293
Rec Yds/Game	29.1	26.6
Receiving TDs	8	4
Targets	56	48
Target Share/Game	4.0	4.4
Age	27	29
Experience	5 yrs	8 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

7.7 PPG for Colby Parkinson versus 6.3 for David Njoku in 2025. The baseline favors Colby Parkinson, 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 David Njoku in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Colby Parkinson has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to David Njoku's 6.3 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 David Njoku average in 2025?▾

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. David Njoku averaged 6.3 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

Do Colby Parkinson and David Njoku share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Colby Parkinson and David Njoku share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Colby Parkinson or David Njoku a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Colby Parkinson outscored David Njoku by 1.4 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.