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Tony Pollard vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tony Pollard is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tony Pollard is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tony Pollard (10.0 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tyler Conklin (7.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBTennessee Titans#30PPG LEADER
Tony Pollard
PPG
10.0
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,082
Rush TDs
5
Rec
33
Rec Yds
206
Bye
Week 9
TENew York Jets#99
Tyler Conklin
PPG
7.5
Games
17
Rec
50
Rec Yds
525
Rec TDs
3
Targets
65
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Tony Pollard
Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

10.0 PPG7.5 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Tony Pollard: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #30 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 5 (Deep League) TE in most league formats.

Tony Pollard vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Tony Pollard (RB, Tennessee Titans) against Tyler Conklin (TE, New York Jets) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Tony Pollard averaged 10.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Tyler Conklin posted 7.5 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Tony Pollard has his bye in Week 9, Tyler Conklin in Week 12. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Tony Pollard (age 29, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Tony Pollard outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tony Pollard scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Tyler Conklin caught 50 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tony Pollard vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatTony PollardTyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)10.07.5
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)170128
Rushing Yards1,0820
Rush Yds/Game63.60.0
Rushing TDs50
Receptions3350
Receiving Yards206525
Targets4165
Total TDs53
Age29-
Experience6 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tony Pollard holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.0 points per game. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Tony Pollard or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tony Pollard has the edge at 10.0 PPG compared to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 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 Tony Pollard and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?

Tony Pollard averaged 10.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are Tony Pollard and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?

Tony Pollard (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.