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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dalton Schultz vs Theo JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.0 PPG to Theo Johnson's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dalton Schultz is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Dalton Schultz edges Theo Johnson by 1.0 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, Dalton Schultz 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#18PPG LEADER

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 8

TENew York Giants#24

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Dalton Schultz

Theo Johnson

Head to Head

8.0 PPG7.0 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dalton Schultz is producing at 36% of elite pace and Theo Johnson at 32%. That ranking gap means Dalton Schultz carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dalton Schultz vs Theo Johnson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Dalton Schultz and Theo Johnson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.0 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 Theo Johnson posted 7.0 with the New York Giants in 15.

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 Theo Johnson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (5 scores on 45 catches). In weeks where Theo Johnson 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. Theo Johnson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Dalton Schultz outscored Theo Johnson by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Schultz played 17 games in 2025 compared to Theo Johnson's 15. That durability gap means Dalton Schultz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Theo Johnson scored 5 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.
•Theo Johnson is 4 years younger than Dalton Schultz (25 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dalton Schultz vs Theo Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dalton Schultz	Theo Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	7.0
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	105
Receptions	82	45
Rec/Game	4.8	3.0
Receiving Yards	777	528
Rec Yds/Game	45.7	35.2
Receiving TDs	3	5
Targets	106	74
Target Share/Game	6.2	4.9
Age	29	25
Experience	7 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dalton Schultz holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.0 points per game. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dalton Schultz or Theo Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dalton Schultz has the edge at 8.0 PPG compared to Theo Johnson's 7.0 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 Theo Johnson average in 2025?▾

Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

Do Dalton Schultz and Theo Johnson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Dalton Schultz and Theo Johnson 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 Theo Johnson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dalton Schultz outscored Theo Johnson by 1.0 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.