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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dallas Goedert vs T.J. HockensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dallas Goedert is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.3 PPG to T.J. Hockenson's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dallas Goedert is the better fantasy play this season.

Dallas Goedert is the better play on a neutral week. 10.3 PPG with 591 yards gives a reliable baseline. T.J. Hockenson at 5.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Dallas Goedert higher, but do not fade T.J. Hockenson entirely.

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

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TEPhiladelphia Eagles#5PPG LEADER

Dallas Goedert

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

591

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

TEMinnesota Vikings#30

T.J. Hockenson

PPG

5.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

438

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dallas Goedert

T.J. Hockenson

Head to Head

10.3 PPG5.8 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dallas Goedert: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #5 at the position). T.J. Hockenson: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dallas Goedert is producing at 47% of elite pace and T.J. Hockenson at 26%. That ranking gap means Dallas Goedert carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dallas Goedert vs T.J. Hockenson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Dallas Goedert and T.J. Hockenson for your lineup, you are not alone. Dallas Goedert finished the 2025 season at 10.3 PPG for the Philadelphia Eagles (15 games), and T.J. Hockenson averaged 5.8 for the Minnesota Vikings (15 games).

That 4.5-point weekly advantage for Dallas Goedert 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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dallas Goedert had 60 catches for 591 yards; T.J. Hockenson posted 51 for 438. 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: Dallas Goedert is off Week 10 and T.J. Hockenson Week 6. 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

Dallas Goedert is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. T.J. Hockenson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dallas Goedert (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. T.J. Hockenson (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dallas Goedert outscored T.J. Hockenson by a projected 77 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dallas Goedert scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Dallas Goedert saw 82 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dallas Goedert vs T.J. Hockenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dallas Goedert	T.J. Hockenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.3	5.8
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	87
Receptions	60	51
Rec/Game	4.0	3.4
Receiving Yards	591	438
Rec Yds/Game	39.4	29.2
Receiving TDs	11	3
Targets	82	66
Target Share/Game	5.5	4.4
Age	31	28
Experience	7 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Dallas Goedert at 10.3 PPG, 4.5 points per game above T.J. Hockenson's 5.8. 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 Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dallas Goedert has the edge at 10.3 PPG compared to T.J. Hockenson's 5.8 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 Dallas Goedert and T.J. Hockenson average in 2025?▾

Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. T.J. Hockenson averaged 5.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.5 points per game.

When are Dallas Goedert and T.J. Hockenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dallas Goedert (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and T.J. Hockenson (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dallas Goedert outscored T.J. Hockenson by 4.5 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.