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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Taysom HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Taysom Hill is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.5 PPG to Ja'Tavion Sanders's 4.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Taysom Hill is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Taysom Hill and Ja'Tavion Sanders are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-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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TECarolina Panthers#99

Ja'Tavion Sanders

PPG

4.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

308

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TENew Orleans Saints#99PPG LEADER

Taysom Hill

PPG

5.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Rec TDs

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Ja'Tavion Sanders

Taysom Hill

Head to Head

4.2 PPG5.5 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Ja'Tavion Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Taysom Hill: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Ja'Tavion Sanders is producing at 19% of elite pace and Taysom Hill at 25%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Taysom Hill: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ja'Tavion Sanders finished the 2025 season at 4.2 PPG over 14 games with the Carolina Panthers, while Taysom Hill clocked in at 5.5 across 14 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. A 1.3-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. Ja'Tavion Sanders had 32 catches for 308 yards; Taysom Hill posted 18 for 195. 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: Ja'Tavion Sanders is off Week 11 and Taysom Hill 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: Ja'Tavion Sanders (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Taysom Hill (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Taysom Hill outscored Ja'Tavion Sanders by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Taysom Hill scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Taysom Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ja'Tavion Sanders	Taysom Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.2	5.5
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	59	77
Receptions	32	18
Rec/Game	2.3	1.3
Receiving Yards	308	195
Rec Yds/Game	22.0	13.9
Receiving TDs	1	2
Targets	45	0
Target Share/Game	3.2	0.0
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Taysom Hill at 5.5 PPG, 1.3 points per game above Ja'Tavion Sanders's 4.2. 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders or Taysom Hill in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Taysom Hill has the edge at 5.5 PPG compared to Ja'Tavion Sanders's 4.2 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders and Taysom Hill average in 2025?▾

Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Taysom Hill averaged 5.5 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Ja'Tavion Sanders and Taysom Hill's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ja'Tavion Sanders (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Taysom Hill (NO) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ja'Tavion Sanders or Taysom Hill a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Taysom Hill outscored Ja'Tavion Sanders by 1.3 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.