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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Bucky Irving vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Bucky Irving over Tyler Conklin in 2026.

Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 PPG in 2025 to Tyler Conklin's 7.5, a 4.8 point per game edge. Irving posted that edge in only 10 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Bucky Irving (12.3 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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RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#19PPG LEADER

Bucky Irving

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

588

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

277

Bye

Week 10

TENew York Jets#99

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Bucky Irving

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

12.3 PPG7.5 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Bucky Irving: Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #19 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Unranked TE. Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than an Unranked TE in most league formats.

Bucky Irving vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Bucky Irving (RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers) against Tyler Conklin (TE, New York Jets) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 PPG in 2025 over 10 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.

Bucky Irving has his bye in Week 10, Tyler Conklin in Week 12. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Bucky Irving is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Conklin is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Bucky Irving (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Bucky Irving outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Bucky Irving's 10. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bucky Irving scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 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

Bucky Irving vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bucky Irving	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.3	7.5
Games Played	10	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	123	128
Rushing Yards	588	0
Rush Yds/Game	58.8	0.0
Rushing TDs	1	0
Receptions	30	50
Receiving Yards	277	525
Targets	35	65
Total TDs	4	3
Age	23	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

12.3 PPG for Bucky Irving versus 7.5 for Tyler Conklin in 2025. The baseline favors Bucky Irving, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bucky Irving or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bucky Irving has the edge at 12.3 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 Bucky Irving and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

When are Bucky Irving and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bucky Irving (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.