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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gunnar Helm vs Terrance FergusonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Gunnar Helm is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 4.4 PPG to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Gunnar Helm is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Gunnar Helm edges Terrance Ferguson by 1.1 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, Gunnar Helm 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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TETennessee Titans#40PPG LEADER

Gunnar Helm

PPG

4.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

357

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TELos Angeles Rams#99

Terrance Ferguson

PPG

3.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

231

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Gunnar Helm

Terrance Ferguson

Head to Head

4.4 PPG3.3 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Gunnar Helm: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #40 at the position). Terrance Ferguson: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Gunnar Helm is producing at 20% of elite pace and Terrance Ferguson at 15%. That ranking gap means Gunnar Helm carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gunnar Helm vs Terrance Ferguson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Gunnar Helm finished the 2025 season at 4.4 PPG over 16 games with the Tennessee Titans, while Terrance Ferguson clocked in at 3.3 across 14 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 1.1-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.

Gunnar Helm is the volume tight end in this matchup with 44 receptions for 357 yards, while Terrance Ferguson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 11 catches). In weeks where Terrance Ferguson finds the end zone he out-scores Gunnar Helm, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Gunnar Helm is off Week 9 and Terrance Ferguson 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.

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: Gunnar Helm (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Terrance Ferguson (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Gunnar Helm outscored Terrance Ferguson by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Gunnar Helm played 16 games in 2025 compared to Terrance Ferguson's 14. That durability gap means Gunnar Helm contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Terrance Ferguson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Gunnar Helm saw 55 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gunnar Helm vs Terrance Ferguson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gunnar Helm	Terrance Ferguson
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.4	3.3
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	46
Receptions	44	11
Rec/Game	2.8	0.8
Receiving Yards	357	231
Rec Yds/Game	22.3	16.5
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	55	25
Target Share/Game	3.4	1.8
Age	23	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Gunnar Helm holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 4.4 points per game. Terrance Ferguson averaged 3.3 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 Gunnar Helm or Terrance Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Gunnar Helm has the edge at 4.4 PPG compared to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 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 Gunnar Helm and Terrance Ferguson average in 2025?▾

Gunnar Helm averaged 4.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Terrance Ferguson averaged 3.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Gunnar Helm and Terrance Ferguson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gunnar Helm (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Terrance Ferguson (LAR) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gunnar Helm or Terrance Ferguson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Gunnar Helm outscored Terrance Ferguson by 1.1 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.