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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Theo Johnson vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to Theo Johnson's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Conklin is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Conklin and Theo Johnson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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TENew York Giants#24

Theo Johnson

PPG

7.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

528

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

TENew York Jets#99PPG LEADER

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Theo Johnson

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

7.0 PPG7.5 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Theo Johnson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #24 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Theo Johnson is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. That ranking gap means Theo Johnson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Theo Johnson vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Theo Johnson finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 15 games with the New York Giants, while Tyler Conklin clocked in at 7.5 across 17 appearances for the New York Jets. A 0.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Theo Johnson had 45 catches for 528 yards; Tyler Conklin posted 50 for 525. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

One scheduling note: Theo Johnson is off Week 8 and Tyler Conklin Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Theo Johnson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Conklin outscored Theo Johnson by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Theo Johnson's 15. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Theo Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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 Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Theo Johnson	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	7.5
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	105	128
Receptions	45	50
Rec/Game	3.0	2.9
Receiving Yards	528	525
Rec Yds/Game	35.2	30.9
Receiving TDs	5	3
Targets	74	65
Target Share/Game	4.9	3.8
Age	25	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

7.5 PPG for Tyler Conklin versus 7.0 for Theo Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Tyler Conklin, 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 Theo Johnson or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Conklin has the edge at 7.5 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 Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Theo Johnson averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Theo Johnson and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Theo Johnson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Theo Johnson or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tyler Conklin outscored Theo Johnson by 0.5 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.