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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Terrance Ferguson vs T.J. HockensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

T.J. Hockenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.8 PPG to Terrance Ferguson's 3.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

T.J. Hockenson is the better fantasy play this season.

T.J. Hockenson is the better play on a neutral week. 5.8 PPG with 438 yards gives a reliable baseline. Terrance Ferguson at 3.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft T.J. Hockenson higher, but do not fade Terrance Ferguson entirely.

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

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TELos Angeles Rams#99

Terrance Ferguson

PPG

3.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

231

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TEMinnesota Vikings#30PPG LEADER

T.J. Hockenson

PPG

5.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

438

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Terrance Ferguson

T.J. Hockenson

Head to Head

3.3 PPG5.8 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Terrance Ferguson: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). T.J. Hockenson: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Terrance Ferguson is producing at 15% of elite pace and T.J. Hockenson at 26%. That ranking gap means T.J. Hockenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Terrance Ferguson vs T.J. Hockenson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Terrance Ferguson and T.J. Hockenson for your lineup, you are not alone. Terrance Ferguson finished the 2025 season at 3.3 PPG for the Los Angeles Rams (14 games), and T.J. Hockenson averaged 5.8 for the Minnesota Vikings (15 games).

That 2.5-point weekly advantage for T.J. Hockenson 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.

T.J. Hockenson is the volume tight end in this matchup with 51 receptions for 438 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 T.J. Hockenson, 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

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: Terrance Ferguson (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. T.J. Hockenson (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•T.J. Hockenson outscored Terrance Ferguson by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•T.J. Hockenson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Terrance Ferguson's 14. That durability gap means T.J. Hockenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Terrance Ferguson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•T.J. Hockenson saw 66 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Terrance Ferguson is 5 years younger than T.J. Hockenson (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Terrance Ferguson vs T.J. Hockenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Terrance Ferguson	T.J. Hockenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	3.3	5.8
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	46	87
Receptions	11	51
Rec/Game	0.8	3.4
Receiving Yards	231	438
Rec Yds/Game	16.5	29.2
Receiving TDs	3	3
Targets	25	66
Target Share/Game	1.8	4.4
Age	23	28
Experience	1 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor T.J. Hockenson at 5.8 PPG, 2.5 points per game above Terrance Ferguson's 3.3. 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 Terrance Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, T.J. Hockenson has the edge at 5.8 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 Terrance Ferguson and T.J. Hockenson average in 2025?▾

Terrance Ferguson averaged 3.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. T.J. Hockenson averaged 5.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

Do Terrance Ferguson and T.J. Hockenson share a bye week?▾

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

Is Terrance Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

T.J. Hockenson outscored Terrance Ferguson by 2.5 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.