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Mark Andrews vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to Mark Andrews's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Conklin and Mark Andrews are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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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TEBaltimore Ravens#27
Mark Andrews
PPG
6.3
Games
17
Rec
48
Rec Yds
422
Rec TDs
5
Targets
70
Bye
Week 13
TENew York Jets#99PPG LEADER
Tyler Conklin
PPG
7.5
Games
17
Rec
50
Rec Yds
525
Rec TDs
3
Targets
65
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Mark Andrews
Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

6.3 PPG7.5 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mark Andrews is producing at 29% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Mark Andrews carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Mark Andrews vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

Mark Andrews (6.3 PPG) and Tyler Conklin (7.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two tight ends are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Mark Andrews played 17 games for the Baltimore Ravens; Tyler Conklin suited up 17 times for the New York Jets.

A 1.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Mark Andrews had 48 catches for 422 yards; Tyler Conklin posted 50 for 525. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Mark Andrews sits Week 13 while Tyler Conklin is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Tyler Conklin outscored Mark Andrews by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
  • Mark Andrews saw 70 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mark Andrews vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMark AndrewsTyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)6.37.5
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)107128
Receptions4850
Rec/Game2.82.9
Receiving Yards422525
Rec Yds/Game24.830.9
Receiving TDs53
Targets7065
Target Share/Game4.13.8
Age30-
Experience7 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Conklin at 7.5 PPG, 1.2 points per game above Mark Andrews's 6.3. 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 Mark Andrews or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Conklin has the edge at 7.5 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 Tyler Conklin average in 2025?

Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 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 1.2 points per game.

When are Mark Andrews and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?

Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mark Andrews or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Tyler Conklin outscored Mark Andrews by 1.2 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.

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