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Kyle Pitts or Tyler ConklinWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyle Pitts over Tyler Conklin in 2026.

Kyle Pitts averaged 9.8 PPG in 2025 to Tyler Conklin's 7.5, a 2.3 point per game edge. Pitts's 88-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Pitts is the better play on a neutral week. 9.8 PPG with 928 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Conklin at 7.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyle Pitts higher, but do not fade Tyler Conklin entirely.

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

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TEAtlanta Falcons#6PPG LEADER

Kyle Pitts

PPG

9.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

928

Rec TDs

Targets

118

Bye

Week 11

TENew York Jets

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Kyle Pitts

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

9.8 PPG7.5 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Pitts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #6 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Unranked TE. Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Kyle Pitts is producing at 45% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That per-game gap means Kyle Pitts carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Pitts vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kyle Pitts and Tyler Conklin for your lineup, you are not alone. Kyle Pitts finished the 2025 season at 9.8 PPG for the Atlanta Falcons (17 games), and Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 for the New York Jets (17 games).

That 2.3-point weekly advantage for Kyle Pitts 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.

Kyle Pitts is the volume tight end in this matchup with 88 receptions for 928 yards, while Tyler Conklin profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 50 catches). In weeks where Tyler Conklin finds the end zone he out-scores Kyle Pitts, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Kyle Pitts is off Week 11 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: Kyle Pitts (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Pitts outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Pitts scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Kyle Pitts saw 118 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Pitts vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Pitts	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.8	7.5
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	167	128
Receptions	88	50
Rec/Game	5.2	2.9
Receiving Yards	928	525
Rec Yds/Game	54.6	30.9
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	118	65
Target Share/Game	6.9	3.8
Age	25	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyle Pitts at 9.8 PPG, 2.3 points per game above Tyler Conklin's 7.5. 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 Kyle Pitts or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Pitts has the edge at 9.8 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.

Should I draft Kyle Pitts or Tyler Conklin in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Kyle Pitts is the earlier pick. He averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Tyler Conklin's 7.5, a 2.3 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Kyle Pitts and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Kyle Pitts averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are Kyle Pitts and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Pitts (ATL) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Pitts or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Kyle Pitts outscored Tyler Conklin 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.