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Dalton Schultz vs Tyler WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyler Warren edges Dalton Schultz by 0.9 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, Tyler Warren 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
17
Rec
82
Rec Yds
777
Rec TDs
3
Targets
106
Bye
Week 8
TEIndianapolis Colts#12PPG LEADER
Tyler Warren
PPG
8.9
Games
17
Rec
76
Rec Yds
817
Rec TDs
4
Targets
112
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Dalton Schultz
Tyler Warren

Head to Head

8.0 PPG8.9 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dalton Schultz is producing at 36% of elite pace and Tyler Warren at 40%. That ranking gap means Tyler Warren carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dalton Schultz vs Tyler Warren: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Dalton Schultz and Tyler Warren is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.9 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 Tyler Warren posted 8.9 with the Indianapolis Colts in 17.

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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dalton Schultz had 82 catches for 777 yards; Tyler Warren posted 76 for 817. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Dalton Schultz has his bye in Week 8, and Tyler Warren rests in Week 13. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at tight end for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Tyler Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Tyler Warren outscored Dalton Schultz by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Warren scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
  • Tyler Warren saw 112 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
  • Tyler Warren is 5 years younger than Dalton Schultz (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dalton Schultz vs Tyler Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDalton SchultzTyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)8.08.9
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)136151
Receptions8276
Rec/Game4.84.5
Receiving Yards777817
Rec Yds/Game45.748.1
Receiving TDs34
Targets106112
Target Share/Game6.26.6
Age2924
Experience7 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 13

Summary

Tyler Warren outscored Dalton Schultz by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (8.9 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 Tyler Warren in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Warren has the edge at 8.9 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 Tyler Warren average in 2025?

Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Dalton Schultz and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?

Dalton Schultz (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dalton Schultz or Tyler Warren a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Tyler Warren outscored Dalton Schultz by 0.9 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.

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