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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jake Tonges vs Pat FreiermuthWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy play this season.

Jake Tonges is the better play on a neutral week. 8.5 PPG with 293 yards gives a reliable baseline. Pat Freiermuth at 6.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jake Tonges higher, but do not fade Pat Freiermuth entirely.

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

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TESan Francisco 49ers#15PPG LEADER

Jake Tonges

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

TEPittsburgh Steelers#28

Pat Freiermuth

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Jake Tonges

Pat Freiermuth

Head to Head

8.5 PPG6.2 PPG

9 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Jake Tonges is producing at 39% of elite pace and Pat Freiermuth at 28%. That ranking gap means Jake Tonges carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jake Tonges vs Pat Freiermuth: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jake Tonges and Pat Freiermuth for your lineup, you are not alone. Jake Tonges finished the 2025 season at 8.5 PPG for the San Francisco 49ers (9 games), and Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 for the Pittsburgh Steelers (15 games).

That 2.3-point weekly advantage for Jake Tonges 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. Jake Tonges had 34 catches for 293 yards; Pat Freiermuth posted 41 for 486. 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 Tonges is off Week 8 and Pat Freiermuth Week 9. 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: Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jake Tonges outscored Pat Freiermuth by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Pat Freiermuth played 15 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Pat Freiermuth contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Tonges scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Pat Freiermuth saw 54 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Tonges vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Tonges	Pat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.5	6.2
Games Played	9	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	77	93
Receptions	34	41
Rec/Game	3.8	2.7
Receiving Yards	293	486
Rec Yds/Game	32.6	32.4
Receiving TDs	5	4
Targets	46	54
Target Share/Game	5.1	3.6
Age	26	27
Experience	3 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jake Tonges at 8.5 PPG, 2.3 points per game above Pat Freiermuth's 6.2. 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 Jake Tonges or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Tonges has the edge at 8.5 PPG compared to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 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 Tonges and Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?▾

Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are Jake Tonges and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jake Tonges or Pat Freiermuth a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges outscored Pat Freiermuth by 2.3 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.