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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tyler Conklin vs Zach ErtzWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zach Ertz is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.8 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zach Ertz is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Zach Ertz and Tyler Conklin are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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 Jets#99

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

TEWashington Commanders#20PPG LEADER

Zach Ertz

PPG

7.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

504

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Tyler Conklin

Zach Ertz

Head to Head

7.5 PPG7.8 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Zach Ertz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Tyler Conklin is producing at 34% of elite pace and Zach Ertz at 35%. That ranking gap means Zach Ertz carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Tyler Conklin vs Zach Ertz: The Full Breakdown

Tyler Conklin (7.5 PPG) and Zach Ertz (7.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two tight ends are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Tyler Conklin played 17 games for the New York Jets; Zach Ertz suited up 13 times for the Washington Commanders.

A 0.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Tyler Conklin had 50 catches for 525 yards; Zach Ertz posted 50 for 504. 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: Tyler Conklin sits Week 12 while Zach Ertz is off Week 7. 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

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: Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Zach Ertz (age 35) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Zach Ertz outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zach Ertz's 13. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zach Ertz scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Zach Ertz saw 72 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tyler Conklin vs Zach Ertz: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tyler Conklin	Zach Ertz
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.5	7.8
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	128	101
Receptions	50	50
Rec/Game	2.9	3.8
Receiving Yards	525	504
Rec Yds/Game	30.9	38.8
Receiving TDs	3	4
Targets	65	72
Target Share/Game	3.8	5.5
Age	-	35
Experience	-	12 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Zach Ertz at 7.8 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Tyler Conklin's 7.5. 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 Tyler Conklin or Zach Ertz in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zach Ertz has the edge at 7.8 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 Tyler Conklin and Zach Ertz average in 2025?▾

Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zach Ertz averaged 7.8 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Tyler Conklin and Zach Ertz's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12, and Zach Ertz (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Tyler Conklin or Zach Ertz a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Zach Ertz outscored Tyler Conklin by 0.3 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.