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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Hunter Henry vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Hunter Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.8 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Hunter Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Hunter Henry edges Tyler Conklin by 1.3 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, Hunter Henry 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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TENew England Patriots#13PPG LEADER

Hunter Henry

PPG

8.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

768

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TENew York Jets#99

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Hunter Henry

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

8.8 PPG7.5 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Hunter Henry: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #13 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Hunter Henry is producing at 40% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Hunter Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Hunter Henry vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Hunter Henry finished the 2025 season at 8.8 PPG over 17 games with the New England Patriots, while Tyler Conklin clocked in at 7.5 across 17 appearances for the New York Jets. A 1.3-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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Hunter Henry had 60 catches for 768 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: Hunter Henry is off Week 11 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

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: Hunter Henry (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Hunter Henry outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Hunter Henry scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Hunter Henry saw 87 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Hunter Henry vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Hunter Henry	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.8	7.5
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	150	128
Receptions	60	50
Rec/Game	3.5	2.9
Receiving Yards	768	525
Rec Yds/Game	45.2	30.9
Receiving TDs	7	3
Targets	87	65
Target Share/Game	5.1	3.8
Age	31	-
Experience	9 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

Hunter Henry outscored Tyler Conklin by 1.3 PPG in 2025 (8.8 to 7.5). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Hunter Henry or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Hunter Henry has the edge at 8.8 PPG compared to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 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 Hunter Henry and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Hunter Henry averaged 8.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Hunter Henry and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Hunter Henry (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Hunter Henry or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Hunter Henry outscored Tyler Conklin by 1.3 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.