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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dalton Schultz vs Pat FreiermuthWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.0 PPG to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy play this season.

Dalton Schultz is the better play on a neutral week. 8.0 PPG with 777 yards gives a reliable baseline. Pat Freiermuth at 6.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Dalton Schultz higher, but do not fade Pat Freiermuth entirely.

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

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TEHouston Texans#18PPG LEADER

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 8

TEPittsburgh Steelers#28

Pat Freiermuth

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Dalton Schultz

Pat Freiermuth

Head to Head

8.0 PPG6.2 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dalton Schultz is producing at 36% of elite pace and Pat Freiermuth at 28%. That ranking gap means Dalton Schultz carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dalton Schultz vs Pat Freiermuth: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Dalton Schultz and Pat Freiermuth is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Houston Texans tight end put up 8.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Pat Freiermuth of the Pittsburgh Steelers averaged 6.2 in 15. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Dalton Schultz, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.

Dalton Schultz is the volume tight end in this matchup with 82 receptions for 777 yards, while Pat Freiermuth profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (4 scores on 41 catches). In weeks where Pat Freiermuth finds the end zone he out-scores Dalton Schultz, but the floor gap is real.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dalton Schultz sits Week 8 while Pat Freiermuth is off Week 9. 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: Dalton Schultz (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dalton Schultz outscored Pat Freiermuth by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Schultz played 17 games in 2025 compared to Pat Freiermuth's 15. That durability gap means Dalton Schultz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Pat Freiermuth scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dalton Schultz vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dalton Schultz	Pat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	6.2
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	93
Receptions	82	41
Rec/Game	4.8	2.7
Receiving Yards	777	486
Rec Yds/Game	45.7	32.4
Receiving TDs	3	4
Targets	106	54
Target Share/Game	6.2	3.6
Age	29	27
Experience	7 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 9

Summary

8.0 PPG for Dalton Schultz versus 6.2 for Pat Freiermuth in 2025. The baseline favors Dalton Schultz, 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 Dalton Schultz or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dalton Schultz has the edge at 8.0 PPG compared to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 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 Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?▾

Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Dalton Schultz and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dalton Schultz (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dalton Schultz or Pat Freiermuth a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dalton Schultz outscored Pat Freiermuth by 1.8 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.