Mason Taylor vs Sam LaPorta: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Mason Taylor and Sam LaPorta is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Jets tight end put up 5.1 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Sam LaPorta of the Detroit Lions averaged 9.7 in 9. A 4.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 4.6 points favors Sam LaPorta, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Mason Taylor had 44 catches for 369 yards; Sam LaPorta posted 40 for 489. 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: Mason Taylor is off Week 12 and Sam LaPorta Week 5. 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.
