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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Noah Gray vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to Noah Gray's 4.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Conklin is the better play on a neutral week. 7.5 PPG with 525 yards gives a reliable baseline. Noah Gray at 4.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyler Conklin higher, but do not fade Noah Gray entirely.

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

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TEKansas City Chiefs#99

Noah Gray

PPG

4.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

385

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TENew York Jets#99PPG LEADER

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Noah Gray

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

4.6 PPG7.5 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Noah Gray: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Noah Gray is producing at 21% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Noah Gray vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Noah Gray and Tyler Conklin for your lineup, you are not alone. Noah Gray finished the 2025 season at 4.6 PPG for the Kansas City Chiefs (17 games), and Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 for the New York Jets (17 games).

That 2.9-point weekly advantage for Tyler Conklin 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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Noah Gray had 38 catches for 385 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: Noah Gray sits Week 6 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: Noah Gray (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Conklin outscored Noah Gray by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tyler Conklin saw 65 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Noah Gray vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Noah Gray	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.6	7.5
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	78	128
Receptions	38	50
Rec/Game	2.2	2.9
Receiving Yards	385	525
Rec Yds/Game	22.6	30.9
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	50	65
Target Share/Game	2.9	3.8
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Conklin at 7.5 PPG, 2.9 points per game above Noah Gray's 4.6. 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 Noah Gray or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Conklin has the edge at 7.5 PPG compared to Noah Gray's 4.6 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 Noah Gray and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Noah Gray averaged 4.6 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 2.9 points per game.

When are Noah Gray and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Noah Gray (KC) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Noah Gray or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tyler Conklin outscored Noah Gray by 2.9 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.