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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs Jonnu SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jonnu Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jonnu Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jonnu Smith and Colby Parkinson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-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

TEMiami Dolphins#99PPG LEADER

Jonnu Smith

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

562

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Colby Parkinson

Jonnu Smith

Head to Head

7.7 PPG8.2 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). Jonnu Smith: 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 Jonnu Smith at 37%. That ranking gap means Colby Parkinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Colby Parkinson vs Jonnu Smith: The Full Breakdown

Colby Parkinson (7.7 PPG) and Jonnu Smith (8.2 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; Jonnu Smith suited up 15 times for the Miami Dolphins.

A 0.5-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; Jonnu Smith posted 52 for 562. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Colby Parkinson sits Week 11 while Jonnu Smith is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Jonnu Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jonnu Smith outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 8 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonnu Smith played 15 games in 2025 compared to Colby Parkinson's 14. That durability gap means Jonnu Smith 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.
•Jonnu Smith saw 68 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 Jonnu Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Colby Parkinson	Jonnu Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	8.2
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	108	123
Receptions	43	52
Rec/Game	3.1	3.5
Receiving Yards	408	562
Rec Yds/Game	29.1	37.5
Receiving TDs	8	4
Targets	56	68
Target Share/Game	4.0	4.5
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

8.2 PPG for Jonnu Smith versus 7.7 for Colby Parkinson in 2025. The baseline favors Jonnu Smith, 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 Jonnu Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonnu Smith has the edge at 8.2 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 Jonnu Smith average in 2025?▾

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jonnu Smith averaged 8.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Colby Parkinson and Jonnu Smith's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Colby Parkinson (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Jonnu Smith (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Colby Parkinson or Jonnu Smith a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jonnu Smith outscored Colby Parkinson by 0.5 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.