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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Tyler Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.9 PPG to Jake Tonges's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyler Warren edges Jake Tonges by 0.4 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, Tyler Warren 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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TESan Francisco 49ers#15

Jake Tonges

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

293

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

TEIndianapolis Colts#12PPG LEADER

Tyler Warren

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

817

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Jake Tonges

Tyler Warren

Head to Head

8.5 PPG8.9 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Jake Tonges is producing at 39% of elite pace and Tyler Warren at 40%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jake Tonges vs Tyler Warren: 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 Warren clocked in at 8.9 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. 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.

Tyler Warren is the volume tight end in this matchup with 76 receptions for 817 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 Warren, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Jake Tonges is off Week 8 and Tyler Warren Week 13. 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 Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Warren outscored Jake Tonges by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Warren played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Tyler Warren 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 Warren saw 112 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 Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Tonges	Tyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.5	8.9
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	77	151
Receptions	34	76
Rec/Game	3.8	4.5
Receiving Yards	293	817
Rec Yds/Game	32.6	48.1
Receiving TDs	5	4
Targets	46	112
Target Share/Game	5.1	6.6
Age	26	24
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 13

Summary

Tyler Warren outscored Jake Tonges by 0.4 PPG in 2025 (8.9 to 8.5). 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 Jake Tonges or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Warren has the edge at 8.9 PPG compared to Jake Tonges's 8.5 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 Warren average in 2025?▾

Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

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

Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Tyler Warren outscored Jake Tonges 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.