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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Njoku vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to David Njoku's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Conklin and David Njoku are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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#26

David Njoku

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TENew York Jets#99PPG LEADER

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

David Njoku

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

6.3 PPG7.5 PPG

11 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Tyler Conklin: 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 Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means David Njoku carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Njoku vs Tyler Conklin: 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 Tyler Conklin clocked in at 7.5 across 17 appearances for the New York Jets. A 1.2-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.

Tyler Conklin is the volume tight end in this matchup with 50 receptions for 525 yards, while David Njoku profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (4 scores on 33 catches). In weeks where David Njoku finds the end zone he out-scores Tyler Conklin, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: David Njoku is off Week 11 and Tyler Conklin 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. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Conklin outscored David Njoku by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to David Njoku's 11. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•David Njoku scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tyler Conklin saw 65 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 Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Njoku	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	7.5
Games Played	11	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	69	128
Receptions	33	50
Rec/Game	3.0	2.9
Receiving Yards	293	525
Rec Yds/Game	26.6	30.9
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	48	65
Target Share/Game	4.4	3.8
Age	29	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Conklin at 7.5 PPG, 1.2 points per game above David Njoku's 6.3. 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 Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Conklin has the edge at 7.5 PPG compared to David Njoku'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 Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

David Njoku averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are David Njoku and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Njoku (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Njoku or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tyler Conklin outscored David Njoku by 1.2 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.