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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Sam LaPorta vs Terrance FergusonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Sam LaPorta is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.7 PPG to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Sam LaPorta is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Sam LaPorta outscored Terrance Ferguson by 6.4 PPG in 2025 with 3 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Sam LaPorta is the clear pick. Terrance Ferguson profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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TEDetroit Lions#7PPG LEADER

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TELos Angeles Rams#99

Terrance Ferguson

PPG

3.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

231

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Sam LaPorta

Terrance Ferguson

Head to Head

9.7 PPG3.3 PPG

9 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Sam LaPorta: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #7 at the position). Terrance Ferguson: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Sam LaPorta is producing at 44% of elite pace and Terrance Ferguson at 15%. That ranking gap means Sam LaPorta carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Sam LaPorta vs Terrance Ferguson: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Sam LaPorta put up 9.7 fantasy points per game for the Detroit Lions in 2025, while Terrance Ferguson managed 3.3 across 14 games with the Los Angeles Rams. A 6.4-point weekly edge is substantial at the tight end position.

The per-game difference of 6.4 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.

Sam LaPorta is the volume tight end in this matchup with 40 receptions for 489 yards, while Terrance Ferguson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 11 catches). In weeks where Terrance Ferguson finds the end zone he out-scores Sam LaPorta, but the floor gap is real.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Sam LaPorta is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Terrance Ferguson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Terrance Ferguson (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Sam LaPorta outscored Terrance Ferguson by a projected 109 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Terrance Ferguson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Sam LaPorta's 9. That durability gap means Terrance Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Sam LaPorta scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Sam LaPorta saw 49 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Sam LaPorta vs Terrance Ferguson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Sam LaPorta	Terrance Ferguson
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.7	3.3
Games Played	9	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	87	46
Receptions	40	11
Rec/Game	4.4	0.8
Receiving Yards	489	231
Rec Yds/Game	54.3	16.5
Receiving TDs	3	3
Targets	49	25
Target Share/Game	5.4	1.8
Age	25	23
Experience	2 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

9.7 PPG for Sam LaPorta versus 3.3 for Terrance Ferguson in 2025. The baseline favors Sam LaPorta, 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 Sam LaPorta or Terrance Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Sam LaPorta has the edge at 9.7 PPG compared to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 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 Sam LaPorta and Terrance Ferguson average in 2025?▾

Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Terrance Ferguson averaged 3.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.4 points per game.

Do Sam LaPorta and Terrance Ferguson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Sam LaPorta and Terrance Ferguson share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Sam LaPorta or Terrance Ferguson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Sam LaPorta outscored Terrance Ferguson by 6.4 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.