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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Pat Freiermuth or Taysom HillWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Pat Freiermuth over Taysom Hill in 2026.

Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG in 2025 to Taysom Hill's 5.5, a 0.7 point per game edge. Both play tight ends, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

This one is genuinely close. Pat Freiermuth edges Taysom Hill 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, Pat Freiermuth 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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TEPittsburgh Steelers#28PPG LEADER

Pat Freiermuth

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TENew Orleans Saints

Taysom Hill

PPG

5.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Rec TDs

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Pat Freiermuth

Taysom Hill

Head to Head

6.2 PPG5.5 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Taysom Hill: Unranked TE. Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Pat Freiermuth is producing at 28% of elite pace and Taysom Hill at 25%. That per-game gap means Pat Freiermuth carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Pat Freiermuth vs Taysom Hill: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Pat Freiermuth finished the 2025 season at 6.2 PPG over 15 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers, while Taysom Hill clocked in at 5.5 across 14 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. 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.

Pat Freiermuth is the volume tight end in this matchup with 41 receptions for 486 yards, while Taysom Hill profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (2 scores on 18 catches). In weeks where Taysom Hill finds the end zone he out-scores Pat Freiermuth, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Pat Freiermuth is off Week 9 and Taysom Hill 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: Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Taysom Hill (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Pat Freiermuth outscored Taysom Hill by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Pat Freiermuth played 15 games in 2025 compared to Taysom Hill's 14. That durability gap means Pat Freiermuth contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Taysom Hill scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Pat Freiermuth vs Taysom Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Pat Freiermuth	Taysom Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.2	5.5
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	93	77
Receptions	41	18
Rec/Game	2.7	1.3
Receiving Yards	486	195
Rec Yds/Game	32.4	13.9
Receiving TDs	4	2
Targets	54	0
Target Share/Game	3.6	0.0
Age	27	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Pat Freiermuth holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.2 points per game. Taysom Hill averaged 5.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Pat Freiermuth or Taysom Hill in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Pat Freiermuth has the edge at 6.2 PPG compared to Taysom Hill's 5.5 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 Pat Freiermuth or Taysom Hill in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Pat Freiermuth is the earlier pick. He averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Taysom Hill's 5.5, a 0.7 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Pat Freiermuth and Taysom Hill average in 2025?▾

Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Taysom Hill averaged 5.5 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Pat Freiermuth and Taysom Hill's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Taysom Hill (NO) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Pat Freiermuth or Taysom Hill a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Pat Freiermuth outscored Taysom Hill 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.