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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Isaiah Likely vs Tucker KraftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Isaiah Likely's 3.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Tucker Kraft outscored Isaiah Likely by 9.2 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Tucker Kraft is the clear pick. Isaiah Likely profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TENew York Giants#99

Isaiah Likely

PPG

3.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

307

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Isaiah Likely

Tucker Kraft

Head to Head

3.4 PPG12.6 PPG

14 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Isaiah Likely: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Isaiah Likely is producing at 15% of elite pace and Tucker Kraft at 57%. That ranking gap means Tucker Kraft carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Isaiah Likely vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

Tucker Kraft and Isaiah Likely are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Green Bay Packers tight end averaged 12.6 PPG in 2025, a full 9.2 points per game ahead of Isaiah Likely's 3.4 with the New York Giants. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 9.2-point weekly advantage for Tucker Kraft is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Isaiah Likely had 27 catches for 307 yards; Tucker Kraft posted 32 for 489. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Tucker Kraft is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Isaiah Likely is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Isaiah Likely (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Isaiah Likely by a projected 156 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Isaiah Likely played 14 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Isaiah Likely contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tucker Kraft scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tucker Kraft saw 44 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Isaiah Likely vs Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Isaiah Likely	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	3.4	12.6
Games Played	14	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	48	101
Receptions	27	32
Rec/Game	1.9	4.0
Receiving Yards	307	489
Rec Yds/Game	21.9	61.1
Receiving TDs	1	6
Targets	36	44
Target Share/Game	2.6	5.5
Age	26	25
Experience	4 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tucker Kraft at 12.6 PPG, 9.2 points per game above Isaiah Likely's 3.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Isaiah Likely or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Isaiah Likely's 3.4 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 Isaiah Likely and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Isaiah Likely averaged 3.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 9.2 points per game.

Do Isaiah Likely and Tucker Kraft share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Isaiah Likely and Tucker Kraft share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Isaiah Likely or Tucker Kraft a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Isaiah Likely by 9.2 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.