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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs Jake TongesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jake Tonges and Colby Parkinson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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

TESan Francisco 49ers#15PPG LEADER

Jake Tonges

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Colby Parkinson

Jake Tonges

Head to Head

7.7 PPG8.5 PPG

14 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Colby Parkinson is producing at 35% of elite pace and Jake Tonges at 39%. That ranking gap means Jake Tonges carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Colby Parkinson vs Jake Tonges: 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 Jake Tonges clocked in at 8.5 across 9 appearances for the San Francisco 49ers. A 0.8-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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Colby Parkinson had 43 catches for 408 yards; Jake Tonges posted 34 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.

One scheduling note: Colby Parkinson is off Week 11 and Jake Tonges 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. Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jake Tonges outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Colby Parkinson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Colby Parkinson vs Jake Tonges: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Colby Parkinson	Jake Tonges
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	8.5
Games Played	14	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	77
Receptions	43	34
Rec/Game	3.1	3.8
Receiving Yards	408	293
Rec Yds/Game	29.1	32.6
Receiving TDs	8	5
Targets	56	46
Target Share/Game	4.0	5.1
Age	27	26
Experience	5 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jake Tonges at 8.5 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Colby Parkinson's 7.7. 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 Jake Tonges in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Tonges has the edge at 8.5 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 Jake Tonges average in 2025?▾

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Colby Parkinson and Jake Tonges's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Colby Parkinson or Jake Tonges a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges outscored Colby Parkinson by 0.8 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.