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Tyler Higbee vs Tyler Warren

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

TELos Angeles Rams
Tyler Higbee
PPG
5.9
Games
10
Rec
25
Rec Yds
281
Rec TDs
3
Targets
36
Bye
Week 6
TEIndianapolis ColtsPPG LEADER
Tyler Warren
PPG
8.9
Games
17
Rec
76
Rec Yds
817
Rec TDs
4
Targets
112
Bye
Week 14

Head to Head

5.9 PPG8.9 PPG
10 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Tyler Higbee vs Tyler Warren: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between Tyler Higbee and Tyler Warren for your lineup, you are not alone. Tyler Higbee finished the 2025 season at 5.9 PPG for the Los Angeles Rams (10 games), and Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 for the Indianapolis Colts (17 games).

That 3.0-point weekly advantage for Tyler Warren 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 Tyler Higbee profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 25 catches). In weeks where Tyler Higbee finds the end zone he out-scores Tyler Warren, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Tyler Higbee is off Week 6 and Tyler Warren Week 14. 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.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Warren at 8.9 PPG, 3.0 points per game above Tyler Higbee's 5.9. 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 Tyler Higbee or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Warren has the edge at 8.9 PPG compared to Tyler Higbee's 5.9 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 Tyler Higbee and Tyler Warren average in 2025?

Tyler Higbee averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

When are Tyler Higbee and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?

Tyler Higbee (LAR) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Tyler Higbee or Tyler Warren a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Tyler Warren outscored Tyler Higbee by 3.0 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.