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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dalton Schultz vs Jake TongesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jake Tonges edges Dalton Schultz by 0.5 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Jake Tonges goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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TEHouston Texans#18

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 8

TESan Francisco 49ers#15PPG LEADER

Jake Tonges

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Dalton Schultz

Jake Tonges

Head to Head

8.0 PPG8.5 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dalton Schultz is producing at 36% of elite pace and Jake Tonges at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dalton Schultz vs Jake Tonges: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Dalton Schultz and Jake Tonges is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.5 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 PPG with the Houston Texans across 17 games, and Jake Tonges posted 8.5 with the San Francisco 49ers in 9.

When two tight ends are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Dalton Schultz is the volume tight end in this matchup with 82 receptions for 777 yards, while Jake Tonges profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (5 scores on 34 catches). In weeks where Jake Tonges finds the end zone he out-scores Dalton Schultz, but the floor gap is real.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 8 bye. That means you need a backup plan at tight end for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Dalton Schultz (age 29) 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 Dalton Schultz by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Schultz played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Dalton Schultz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Tonges scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Dalton Schultz saw 106 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dalton Schultz vs Jake Tonges: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dalton Schultz	Jake Tonges
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	8.5
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	77
Receptions	82	34
Rec/Game	4.8	3.8
Receiving Yards	777	293
Rec Yds/Game	45.7	32.6
Receiving TDs	3	5
Targets	106	46
Target Share/Game	6.2	5.1
Age	29	26
Experience	7 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Jake Tonges outscored Dalton Schultz by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (8.5 to 8.0). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dalton Schultz or Jake Tonges in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Tonges has the edge at 8.5 PPG compared to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 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 Dalton Schultz and Jake Tonges average in 2025?▾

Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

Do Dalton Schultz and Jake Tonges share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Dalton Schultz and Jake Tonges share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Dalton Schultz or Jake Tonges a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges outscored Dalton Schultz 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.