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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Quentin Johnston or T.J. HockensonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Quentin Johnston over T.J. Hockenson in 2026.

Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 to T.J. Hockenson's 5.8, a 5.4 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. Quentin Johnston is Tier 3 among wide receivers, T.J. Hockenson is Tier 4 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Quentin Johnston (11.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. T.J. Hockenson (5.8 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TEMinnesota Vikings#30

T.J. Hockenson

PPG

5.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

438

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Quentin Johnston

T.J. Hockenson

Head to Head

11.2 PPG5.8 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). T.J. Hockenson: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #30 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE in most league formats.

Quentin Johnston vs T.J. Hockenson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Quentin Johnston (WR, Los Angeles Chargers) against T.J. Hockenson (TE, Minnesota Vikings) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 over 13 games, while T.J. Hockenson posted 5.8 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Quentin Johnston has his bye in Week 7, T.J. Hockenson in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Quentin Johnston is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. T.J. Hockenson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Quentin Johnston (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. T.J. Hockenson (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored T.J. Hockenson by a projected 92 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•T.J. Hockenson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston's 13. That durability gap means T.J. Hockenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Quentin Johnston saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Quentin Johnston is 4 years younger than T.J. Hockenson (25 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Quentin Johnston vs T.J. Hockenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Quentin Johnston	T.J. Hockenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	5.8
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	146	87
Receptions	51	51
Rec/Game	3.9	3.4
Receiving Yards	735	438
Rec Yds/Game	56.5	29.2
Receiving TDs	8	3
Targets	84	66
Target Share/Game	6.5	4.4
Age	25	29
Experience	2 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quentin Johnston versus 5.8 for T.J. Hockenson in 2025. The baseline favors Quentin Johnston, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Quentin Johnston or T.J. Hockenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to T.J. Hockenson's 5.8 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 Quentin Johnston or T.J. Hockenson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Quentin Johnston's 11.2 fantasy points per game against T.J. Hockenson's 5.8 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Quentin Johnston and T.J. Hockenson average in 2025?▾

Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. T.J. Hockenson averaged 5.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.4 points per game.

When are Quentin Johnston and T.J. Hockenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and T.J. Hockenson (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.