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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Tyler Higbee is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.5 PPG to David Njoku's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Higbee is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Higbee and David Njoku are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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

TELos Angeles Rams#25PPG LEADER

Tyler Higbee

PPG

6.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

David Njoku

Tyler Higbee

Head to Head

6.3 PPG6.5 PPG

11 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Tyler Higbee: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #25 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, David Njoku is producing at 29% of elite pace and Tyler Higbee at 30%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

David Njoku vs Tyler Higbee: The Full Breakdown

The gap between David Njoku and Tyler Higbee is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. David Njoku averaged 6.3 PPG with the Cleveland Browns across 11 games, and Tyler Higbee posted 6.5 with the Los Angeles Rams in 9.

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. David Njoku had 33 catches for 293 yards; Tyler Higbee posted 25 for 281. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

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 Higbee (age 33) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Higbee outscored David Njoku by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Njoku played 11 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Higbee's 9. That durability gap means David Njoku 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.
•David Njoku saw 48 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•David Njoku is 4 years younger than Tyler Higbee (29 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Njoku vs Tyler Higbee: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Njoku	Tyler Higbee
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	6.5
Games Played	11	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	69	59
Receptions	33	25
Rec/Game	3.0	2.8
Receiving Yards	293	281
Rec Yds/Game	26.6	31.2
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	48	36
Target Share/Game	4.4	4.0
Age	29	33
Experience	8 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Higbee at 6.5 PPG, 0.2 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 Higbee in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Higbee has the edge at 6.5 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 Higbee average in 2025?▾

David Njoku averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Tyler Higbee averaged 6.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do David Njoku and Tyler Higbee share a bye week?▾

Yes, both David Njoku and Tyler Higbee share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

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

Tyler Higbee outscored David Njoku by 0.2 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.