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Updated from live statsCole Kmet or Juwan JohnsonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Cole Kmet is listed out (knee) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Cole Kmet is a Chicago Bears tight end who averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026. Juwan Johnson is a New Orleans Saints tight end who averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Cole Kmet | Juwan Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 4.0 | 8.9 |
| Games Played | 16 | 6 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 64 | 53 |
| Receptions | 30 | 25 |
| Rec/Game | 1.9 | 4.2 |
| Receiving Yards | 347 | 248 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 21.7 | 41.3 |
| Receiving TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Targets | 48 | 34 |
| Target Share/Game | 3.0 | 5.7 |
| Age | 27 | 30 |
| Experience | 6 yrs | 6 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Cole Kmet or Juwan Johnson in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Cole Kmet and Juwan Johnson is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9.
Should I draft Cole Kmet or Juwan Johnson in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026, and Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Cole Kmet and Juwan Johnson average in 2026?▾
Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2026. Juwan Johnson averaged 8.9 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.
When are Cole Kmet and Juwan Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Cole Kmet (CHI) has a bye in Week 7, and Juwan Johnson (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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