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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jake Tonges vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.5 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jake Tonges is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jake Tonges and Tyler Conklin are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

TENew York Jets#99

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Jake Tonges

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

8.5 PPG7.5 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Jake Tonges is producing at 39% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Jake Tonges carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jake Tonges vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jake Tonges finished the 2025 season at 8.5 PPG over 9 games with the San Francisco 49ers, while Tyler Conklin clocked in at 7.5 across 17 appearances for the New York Jets. A 1.0-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.

Tyler Conklin is the volume tight end in this matchup with 50 receptions for 525 yards, while Jake Tonges profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (5 scores on 34 catches). In weeks where Jake Tonges finds the end zone he out-scores Tyler Conklin, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Jake Tonges is off Week 8 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: Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jake Tonges outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin 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.
•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

Jake Tonges vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Tonges	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.5	7.5
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	77	128
Receptions	34	50
Rec/Game	3.8	2.9
Receiving Yards	293	525
Rec Yds/Game	32.6	30.9
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	46	65
Target Share/Game	5.1	3.8
Age	26	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

8.5 PPG for Jake Tonges versus 7.5 for Tyler Conklin in 2025. The baseline favors Jake Tonges, 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 Tonges or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jake Tonges has the edge at 8.5 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 Jake Tonges and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Jake Tonges and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jake Tonges or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jake Tonges outscored Tyler Conklin by 1.0 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.