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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dawson Knox vs Evan EngramWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dawson Knox is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.4 PPG to Evan Engram's 4.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dawson Knox is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Dawson Knox edges Evan Engram by 0.5 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, Dawson Knox 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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TEBuffalo Bills#33PPG LEADER

Dawson Knox

PPG

5.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

417

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TEDenver Broncos#35

Evan Engram

PPG

4.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

461

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Dawson Knox

Evan Engram

Head to Head

5.4 PPG4.9 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Dawson Knox: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #33 at the position). Evan Engram: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #35 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dawson Knox is producing at 25% of elite pace and Evan Engram at 22%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dawson Knox vs Evan Engram: The Full Breakdown

Dawson Knox (5.4 PPG) and Evan Engram (4.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two tight ends are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Dawson Knox played 16 games for the Buffalo Bills; Evan Engram suited up 16 times for the Denver Broncos.

A 0.5-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dawson Knox had 36 catches for 417 yards; Evan Engram posted 50 for 461. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dawson Knox sits Week 7 while Evan Engram is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Dawson Knox (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Evan Engram (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Dawson Knox outscored Evan Engram by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dawson Knox scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Evan Engram saw 76 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dawson Knox vs Evan Engram: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dawson Knox	Evan Engram
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	4.9
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	78
Receptions	36	50
Rec/Game	2.3	3.1
Receiving Yards	417	461
Rec Yds/Game	26.1	28.8
Receiving TDs	4	1
Targets	49	76
Target Share/Game	3.1	4.8
Age	29	31
Experience	6 yrs	8 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dawson Knox holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 5.4 points per game. Evan Engram averaged 4.9 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dawson Knox or Evan Engram in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dawson Knox has the edge at 5.4 PPG compared to Evan Engram's 4.9 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 Dawson Knox and Evan Engram average in 2025?▾

Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Evan Engram averaged 4.9 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Dawson Knox and Evan Engram's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dawson Knox (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Evan Engram (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dawson Knox or Evan Engram a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dawson Knox outscored Evan Engram by 0.5 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.