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Jake Ferguson vs Travis Kelce

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

TEDallas Cowboys
Jake Ferguson
PPG
8.7
Games
17
Rec
82
Rec Yds
600
Rec TDs
8
Targets
102
Bye
Week 7
TEKansas City ChiefsPPG LEADER
Travis Kelce
PPG
9.1
Games
17
Rec
76
Rec Yds
851
Rec TDs
5
Targets
108
Bye
Week 6

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8.7 PPG9.1 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Jake Ferguson vs Travis Kelce: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jake Ferguson finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG over 17 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Travis Kelce clocked in at 9.1 across 17 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.4-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. Jake Ferguson had 82 catches for 600 yards; Travis Kelce posted 76 for 851. 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: Jake Ferguson is off Week 7 and Travis Kelce 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

9.1 PPG for Travis Kelce versus 8.7 for Jake Ferguson in 2025. The baseline favors Travis Kelce, 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 Jake Ferguson or Travis Kelce in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Travis Kelce has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Jake Ferguson's 8.7 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 Jake Ferguson and Travis Kelce average in 2025?

Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Jake Ferguson and Travis Kelce's bye weeks in 2026?

Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Travis Kelce (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jake Ferguson or Travis Kelce a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Travis Kelce outscored Jake Ferguson by 0.4 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.