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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs Isaiah LikelyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Colby Parkinson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to Isaiah Likely's 3.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Colby Parkinson is the better fantasy play this season.

Colby Parkinson is the better play on a neutral week. 7.7 PPG with 408 yards gives a reliable baseline. Isaiah Likely at 3.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Colby Parkinson higher, but do not fade Isaiah Likely entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

TENew York Giants#99

Isaiah Likely

PPG

3.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

307

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Colby Parkinson

Isaiah Likely

Head to Head

7.7 PPG3.4 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). Isaiah Likely: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Colby Parkinson is producing at 35% of elite pace and Isaiah Likely at 15%. That ranking gap means Colby Parkinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Colby Parkinson vs Isaiah Likely: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Colby Parkinson and Isaiah Likely for your lineup, you are not alone. Colby Parkinson finished the 2025 season at 7.7 PPG for the Los Angeles Rams (14 games), and Isaiah Likely averaged 3.4 for the New York Giants (14 games).

That 4.3-point weekly advantage for Colby Parkinson is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Colby Parkinson is the volume tight end in this matchup with 43 receptions for 408 yards, while Isaiah Likely profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (1 scores on 27 catches). In weeks where Isaiah Likely finds the end zone he out-scores Colby Parkinson, but the floor gap is real.

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

Colby Parkinson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Isaiah Likely is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Colby Parkinson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Isaiah Likely (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Colby Parkinson outscored Isaiah Likely by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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 Isaiah Likely: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Colby Parkinson	Isaiah Likely
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	3.4
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	48
Receptions	43	27
Rec/Game	3.1	1.9
Receiving Yards	408	307
Rec Yds/Game	29.1	21.9
Receiving TDs	8	1
Targets	56	36
Target Share/Game	4.0	2.6
Age	27	26
Experience	5 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Colby Parkinson at 7.7 PPG, 4.3 points per game above Isaiah Likely's 3.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Colby Parkinson or Isaiah Likely in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Colby Parkinson has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to Isaiah Likely's 3.4 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 Isaiah Likely average in 2025?▾

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Isaiah Likely averaged 3.4 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

Do Colby Parkinson and Isaiah Likely share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Colby Parkinson and Isaiah Likely 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 Isaiah Likely a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Colby Parkinson outscored Isaiah Likely by 4.3 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.