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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Travis Kelce vs Tyler WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Travis Kelce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Tyler Warren's 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Travis Kelce is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Travis Kelce edges Tyler Warren by 0.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Travis Kelce goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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TEKansas City Chiefs#10PPG LEADER

Travis Kelce

PPG

9.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

851

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 5

TEIndianapolis Colts#12

Tyler Warren

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

817

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Travis Kelce

Tyler Warren

Head to Head

9.1 PPG8.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Travis Kelce: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #10 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Travis Kelce is producing at 41% of elite pace and Tyler Warren at 40%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Travis Kelce vs Tyler Warren: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Travis Kelce finished the 2025 season at 9.1 PPG over 17 games with the Kansas City Chiefs, while Tyler Warren clocked in at 8.9 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. A 0.2-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. Travis Kelce had 76 catches for 851 yards; Tyler Warren posted 76 for 817. 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: Travis Kelce is off Week 5 and Tyler Warren Week 13. 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: Travis Kelce (age 36) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyler Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Travis Kelce outscored Tyler Warren by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Travis Kelce scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tyler Warren saw 112 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Tyler Warren is 12 years younger than Travis Kelce (24 vs 36), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Travis Kelce vs Tyler Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Travis Kelce	Tyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	8.9
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	151
Receptions	76	76
Rec/Game	4.5	4.5
Receiving Yards	851	817
Rec Yds/Game	50.1	48.1
Receiving TDs	5	4
Targets	108	112
Target Share/Game	6.4	6.6
Age	36	24
Experience	12 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 13

Summary

Travis Kelce outscored Tyler Warren by 0.2 PPG in 2025 (9.1 to 8.9). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Travis Kelce or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Travis Kelce has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Tyler Warren's 8.9 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 Travis Kelce and Tyler Warren average in 2025?▾

Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Travis Kelce and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Travis Kelce (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Travis Kelce or Tyler Warren a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Travis Kelce outscored Tyler Warren by 0.2 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.