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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gunnar Helm vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to Gunnar Helm's 4.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Conklin is the better play on a neutral week. 7.5 PPG with 525 yards gives a reliable baseline. Gunnar Helm at 4.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyler Conklin higher, but do not fade Gunnar Helm entirely.

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

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TETennessee Titans#40

Gunnar Helm

PPG

4.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

357

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TENew York Jets#99PPG LEADER

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Gunnar Helm

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

4.4 PPG7.5 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Gunnar Helm: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #40 at the position). Tyler Conklin: 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 Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Gunnar Helm carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gunnar Helm vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Gunnar Helm and Tyler Conklin is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Tennessee Titans tight end put up 4.4 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Tyler Conklin of the New York Jets averaged 7.5 in 17. A 3.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.1 points favors Tyler Conklin, 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. Gunnar Helm had 44 catches for 357 yards; Tyler Conklin posted 50 for 525. 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: Gunnar Helm is off Week 9 and Tyler Conklin Week 12. 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

Tyler Conklin is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Gunnar Helm is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Gunnar Helm (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Conklin outscored Gunnar Helm by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Gunnar Helm's 16. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Conklin scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tyler Conklin saw 65 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 Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gunnar Helm	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.4	7.5
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	128
Receptions	44	50
Rec/Game	2.8	2.9
Receiving Yards	357	525
Rec Yds/Game	22.3	30.9
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	55	65
Target Share/Game	3.4	3.8
Age	23	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 12

Summary

7.5 PPG for Tyler Conklin versus 4.4 for Gunnar Helm in 2025. The baseline favors Tyler Conklin, 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 Gunnar Helm or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Conklin has the edge at 7.5 PPG compared to Gunnar Helm's 4.4 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 Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Gunnar Helm averaged 4.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Gunnar Helm and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gunnar Helm (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gunnar Helm or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tyler Conklin outscored Gunnar Helm by 3.1 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.