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Evan Engram vs Tyler Higbee

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

TEDenver Broncos
Evan Engram
PPG
4.9
Games
16
Rec
50
Rec Yds
461
Rec TDs
1
Targets
76
Bye
Week 14
TELos Angeles RamsPPG LEADER
Tyler Higbee
PPG
5.9
Games
10
Rec
25
Rec Yds
281
Rec TDs
3
Targets
36
Bye
Week 6

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4.9 PPG5.9 PPG
16 GP10 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Evan Engram vs Tyler Higbee: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Evan Engram finished the 2025 season at 4.9 PPG over 16 games with the Denver Broncos, while Tyler Higbee clocked in at 5.9 across 10 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 1.0-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.

Evan Engram is the volume tight end in this matchup with 50 receptions for 461 yards, while Tyler Higbee profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 25 catches). In weeks where Tyler Higbee finds the end zone he out-scores Evan Engram, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Evan Engram is off Week 14 and Tyler Higbee Week 6. 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.

The Bottom Line

Based on 2025 production, Tyler Higbee holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 5.9 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 Evan Engram or Tyler Higbee in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Higbee has the edge at 5.9 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 Evan Engram and Tyler Higbee average in 2025?

Evan Engram averaged 4.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Higbee averaged 5.9 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Evan Engram and Tyler Higbee's bye weeks in 2026?

Evan Engram (DEN) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyler Higbee (LAR) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Evan Engram or Tyler Higbee a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Tyler Higbee outscored Evan Engram by 1.0 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.