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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tucker Kraft vs Tyler WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.6 PPG to Tyler Warren's 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy play this season.

Tucker Kraft is the better play on a neutral week. 12.6 PPG with 492 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Warren at 8.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tucker Kraft higher, but do not fade Tyler Warren entirely.

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

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TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TEIndianapolis Colts#12

Tyler Warren

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

817

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Tucker Kraft

Tyler Warren

Head to Head

12.6 PPG8.9 PPG

8 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Tucker Kraft is producing at 57% of elite pace and Tyler Warren at 40%. That ranking gap means Tucker Kraft carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Tucker Kraft vs Tyler Warren: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Tucker Kraft and Tyler Warren for your lineup, you are not alone. Tucker Kraft finished the 2025 season at 12.6 PPG for the Green Bay Packers (8 games), and Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 for the Indianapolis Colts (17 games).

That 3.7-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.

Tyler Warren is the volume tight end in this matchup with 76 receptions for 817 yards, while Tucker Kraft profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (6 scores on 32 catches). In weeks where Tucker Kraft finds the end zone he out-scores Tyler Warren, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Tucker Kraft is off Week 11 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

Tucker Kraft is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Warren is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tyler Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Tyler Warren by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Warren played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Tyler Warren 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.
•Tyler Warren saw 112 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tucker Kraft vs Tyler Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tucker Kraft	Tyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.6	8.9
Games Played	8	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	101	151
Receptions	32	76
Rec/Game	4.0	4.5
Receiving Yards	489	817
Rec Yds/Game	61.1	48.1
Receiving TDs	6	4
Targets	44	112
Target Share/Game	5.5	6.6
Age	25	24
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tucker Kraft at 12.6 PPG, 3.7 points per game above Tyler Warren's 8.9. 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 Tucker Kraft or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 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 Tucker Kraft and Tyler Warren average in 2025?▾

Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Tucker Kraft and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Tucker Kraft or Tyler Warren a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Tyler Warren by 3.7 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.