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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Njoku vs Will DisslyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Njoku is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Will Dissly's 3.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Njoku is the better fantasy play this season.

David Njoku is the better play on a neutral week. 6.3 PPG with 293 yards gives a reliable baseline. Will Dissly at 3.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft David Njoku higher, but do not fade Will Dissly entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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TECleveland Browns#26PPG LEADER

David Njoku

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TELos Angeles Chargers#99

Will Dissly

PPG

3.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

285

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

David Njoku

Will Dissly

Head to Head

6.3 PPG3.9 PPG

11 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

David Njoku: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #26 at the position). Will Dissly: 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 Will Dissly at 18%. That ranking gap means David Njoku carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Njoku vs Will Dissly: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between David Njoku and Will Dissly is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns tight end put up 6.3 PPG in 2025 over 11 games; Will Dissly of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 3.9 in 16. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors David Njoku, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. David Njoku had 33 catches for 293 yards; Will Dissly posted 32 for 285. 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 Will Dissly Week 5. 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. Will Dissly (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•David Njoku outscored Will Dissly by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Will Dissly played 16 games in 2025 compared to David Njoku's 11. That durability gap means Will Dissly 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Njoku vs Will Dissly: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Njoku	Will Dissly
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	3.9
Games Played	11	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	69	62
Receptions	33	32
Rec/Game	3.0	2.0
Receiving Yards	293	285
Rec Yds/Game	26.6	17.8
Receiving TDs	4	2
Targets	48	42
Target Share/Game	4.4	2.6
Age	29	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

6.3 PPG for David Njoku versus 3.9 for Will Dissly in 2025. The baseline favors David Njoku, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start David Njoku or Will Dissly in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Njoku has the edge at 6.3 PPG compared to Will Dissly's 3.9 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 Will Dissly average in 2025?▾

David Njoku averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Will Dissly averaged 3.9 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are David Njoku and Will Dissly's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Njoku (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Will Dissly (LAC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Njoku or Will Dissly a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

David Njoku outscored Will Dissly by 2.4 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.