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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Mark Andrews vs Theo JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Theo Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.0 PPG to Mark Andrews's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Theo Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Theo Johnson edges Mark Andrews by 0.7 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, Theo Johnson 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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TEBaltimore Ravens#27

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

TENew York Giants#24PPG LEADER

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Mark Andrews

Theo Johnson

Head to Head

6.3 PPG7.0 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mark Andrews is producing at 29% of elite pace and Theo Johnson at 32%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Mark Andrews vs Theo Johnson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Mark Andrews finished the 2025 season at 6.3 PPG over 17 games with the Baltimore Ravens, while Theo Johnson clocked in at 7.0 across 15 appearances for the New York Giants. A 0.7-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. Mark Andrews had 48 catches for 422 yards; Theo Johnson posted 45 for 528. 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: Mark Andrews is off Week 13 and Theo Johnson Week 8. 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: Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Theo Johnson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Theo Johnson outscored Mark Andrews by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews played 17 games in 2025 compared to Theo Johnson's 15. That durability gap means Mark Andrews contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Theo Johnson saw 74 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Theo Johnson is 5 years younger than Mark Andrews (25 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mark Andrews vs Theo Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mark Andrews	Theo Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	7.0
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	105
Receptions	48	45
Rec/Game	2.8	3.0
Receiving Yards	422	528
Rec Yds/Game	24.8	35.2
Receiving TDs	5	5
Targets	70	74
Target Share/Game	4.1	4.9
Age	30	25
Experience	7 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 8

Summary

Theo Johnson outscored Mark Andrews by 0.7 PPG in 2025 (7.0 to 6.3). 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 Mark Andrews or Theo Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Theo Johnson has the edge at 7.0 PPG compared to Mark Andrews's 6.3 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 Mark Andrews and Theo Johnson average in 2025?▾

Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Mark Andrews and Theo Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Theo Johnson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mark Andrews or Theo Johnson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Theo Johnson outscored Mark Andrews by 0.7 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.