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David Njoku vs Taysom HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Njoku is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Taysom Hill's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Njoku is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, David Njoku and Taysom Hill are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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
11
Rec
33
Rec Yds
293
Rec TDs
4
Targets
48
Bye
Week 11
TENew Orleans Saints#99
Taysom Hill
PPG
5.5
Games
14
Rec
18
Rec Yds
195
Rec TDs
2
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
David Njoku
Taysom Hill

Head to Head

6.3 PPG5.5 PPG
11 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Taysom Hill: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, David Njoku is producing at 29% of elite pace and Taysom Hill at 25%. That ranking gap means David Njoku carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Njoku vs Taysom Hill: 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 Taysom Hill clocked in at 5.5 across 14 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. A 0.8-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; Taysom Hill posted 18 for 195. 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 Taysom Hill Week 12. 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. Taysom Hill (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • David Njoku outscored Taysom Hill by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Taysom Hill played 14 games in 2025 compared to David Njoku's 11. That durability gap means Taysom Hill contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Taysom Hill scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Njoku vs Taysom Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDavid NjokuTaysom Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)6.35.5
Games Played1114
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)6977
Receptions3318
Rec/Game3.01.3
Receiving Yards293195
Rec Yds/Game26.613.9
Receiving TDs42
Targets480
Target Share/Game4.40.0
Age29-
Experience8 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor David Njoku at 6.3 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Taysom Hill's 5.5. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start David Njoku or Taysom Hill in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, David Njoku has the edge at 6.3 PPG compared to Taysom Hill's 5.5 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 Taysom Hill average in 2025?

David Njoku averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Taysom Hill averaged 5.5 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are David Njoku and Taysom Hill's bye weeks in 2026?

David Njoku (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Taysom Hill (NO) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Njoku or Taysom Hill a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

David Njoku outscored Taysom Hill by 0.8 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.

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