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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Theo Johnson vs Tucker KraftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Theo Johnson's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Tucker Kraft outscored Theo Johnson by 5.6 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Tucker Kraft is the clear pick. Theo Johnson 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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TENew York Giants#24

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Theo Johnson

Tucker Kraft

Head to Head

7.0 PPG12.6 PPG

15 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Theo Johnson is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tucker Kraft at 57%. That ranking gap means Tucker Kraft carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Theo Johnson vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Theo Johnson and Tucker Kraft for your lineup, you are not alone. Theo Johnson finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG for the New York Giants (15 games), and Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 for the Green Bay Packers (8 games).

That 5.6-point weekly advantage for Tucker Kraft 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 see steady target volume for the tight end position. Theo Johnson had 45 catches for 528 yards; Tucker Kraft posted 32 for 489. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Theo Johnson sits Week 8 while Tucker Kraft is off Week 11. 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

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

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Theo Johnson by a projected 95 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Theo Johnson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Theo Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tucker Kraft scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Theo Johnson saw 74 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Theo Johnson vs Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Theo Johnson	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	12.6
Games Played	15	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	105	101
Receptions	45	32
Rec/Game	3.0	4.0
Receiving Yards	528	489
Rec Yds/Game	35.2	61.1
Receiving TDs	5	6
Targets	74	44
Target Share/Game	4.9	5.5
Age	25	25
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tucker Kraft at 12.6 PPG, 5.6 points per game above Theo Johnson's 7.0. 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 Theo Johnson or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Theo Johnson's 7.0 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 Theo Johnson and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Theo Johnson and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Theo Johnson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Theo Johnson or Tucker Kraft a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Theo Johnson by 5.6 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.