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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rome Odunze vs Tank DellWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rome Odunze is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.3 PPG to Tank Dell's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rome Odunze is the better fantasy play this season.

Rome Odunze is the better play on a neutral week. 10.3 PPG with 661 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tank Dell at 8.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Rome Odunze higher, but do not fade Tank Dell entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRChicago Bears#28PPG LEADER

Rome Odunze

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

661

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRHouston Texans#99

Tank Dell

PPG

8.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

588

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Rome Odunze

Tank Dell

Head to Head

10.3 PPG8.5 PPG

12 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Rome Odunze: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #28 at the position). Tank Dell: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Rome Odunze is producing at 47% of elite pace and Tank Dell at 39%. That ranking gap means Rome Odunze carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rome Odunze vs Tank Dell: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Rome Odunze and Tank Dell for your lineup, you are not alone. Rome Odunze finished the 2025 season at 10.3 PPG for the Chicago Bears (12 games), and Tank Dell averaged 8.5 for the Houston Texans (12 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Rome Odunze 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 are workload receivers with similar target shares. Rome Odunze turned 90 targets into 661 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tank Dell converted 72 looks into 588 yards and 4 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Rome Odunze sits Week 10 while Tank Dell is off Week 14. 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: Rome Odunze (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tank Dell (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rome Odunze outscored Tank Dell by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rome Odunze scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Rome Odunze saw 90 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rome Odunze vs Tank Dell: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rome Odunze	Tank Dell
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.3	8.5
Games Played	12	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	124	102
Receptions	44	48
Rec/Game	3.7	4.0
Receiving Yards	661	588
Rec Yds/Game	55.1	49.0
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	90	72
Target Share/Game	7.5	6.0
Age	24	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rome Odunze at 10.3 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Tank Dell's 8.5. 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 Rome Odunze or Tank Dell in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rome Odunze has the edge at 10.3 PPG compared to Tank Dell's 8.5 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.

How many fantasy points did Rome Odunze and Tank Dell average in 2025?▾

Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tank Dell averaged 8.5 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Rome Odunze and Tank Dell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rome Odunze (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tank Dell (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rome Odunze or Tank Dell a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Rome Odunze outscored Tank Dell by 1.8 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.