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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Njoku vs Mark AndrewsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Njoku is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Mark Andrews's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Njoku is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. David Njoku edges Mark Andrews by 0.0 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, David Njoku 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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TECleveland Browns#26PPG LEADER

David Njoku

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TEBaltimore Ravens#27

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

David Njoku

Mark Andrews

Head to Head

6.3 PPG6.3 PPG

11 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, David Njoku is producing at 29% of elite pace and Mark Andrews at 29%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

David Njoku vs Mark Andrews: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. David Njoku finished the 2025 season at 6.3 PPG over 11 games with the Cleveland Browns, while Mark Andrews clocked in at 6.3 across 17 appearances for the Baltimore Ravens. A 0.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. David Njoku had 33 catches for 293 yards; Mark Andrews posted 48 for 422. 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: David Njoku is off Week 11 and Mark Andrews Week 13. 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

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: David Njoku (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•David Njoku outscored Mark Andrews by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews played 17 games in 2025 compared to David Njoku's 11. That durability gap means Mark Andrews contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Mark Andrews saw 70 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Njoku vs Mark Andrews: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Njoku	Mark Andrews
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	6.3
Games Played	11	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	69	107
Receptions	33	48
Rec/Game	3.0	2.8
Receiving Yards	293	422
Rec Yds/Game	26.6	24.8
Receiving TDs	4	5
Targets	48	70
Target Share/Game	4.4	4.1
Age	29	30
Experience	8 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 13

Summary

David Njoku outscored Mark Andrews by 0.0 PPG in 2025 (6.3 to 6.3). 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 David Njoku or Mark Andrews in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Njoku has the edge at 6.3 PPG compared to Mark Andrews's 6.3 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 David Njoku and Mark Andrews average in 2025?▾

David Njoku averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are David Njoku and Mark Andrews's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Njoku (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Njoku or Mark Andrews a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

David Njoku outscored Mark Andrews by 0.0 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.