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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Cade Otton vs DK MetcalfWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start DK Metcalf over Cade Otton in 2026.

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG in 2025 to Cade Otton's 6.2, a 4.3 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. DK Metcalf is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Cade Otton is Tier 4 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, DK Metcalf (10.5 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Cade Otton (6.2 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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TETampa Bay Buccaneers#29

Cade Otton

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

572

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRPittsburgh Steelers#25PPG LEADER

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Cade Otton

DK Metcalf

Head to Head

6.2 PPG10.5 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Cade Otton: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #29 at the position). DK Metcalf: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

Cade Otton vs DK Metcalf: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Cade Otton (TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers) against DK Metcalf (WR, Pittsburgh Steelers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Cade Otton averaged 6.2 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while DK Metcalf posted 10.5 PPG across 15 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.

Cade Otton has his bye in Week 10, DK Metcalf in Week 9. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire DK Metcalf at a discount because your league-mates undervalue wide receiver production, do it. Cade Otton is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Cade Otton (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. DK Metcalf (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•DK Metcalf outscored Cade Otton by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DK Metcalf scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•DK Metcalf saw 99 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cade Otton vs DK Metcalf: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cade Otton	DK Metcalf
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.2	10.5
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	93	158
Receptions	59	59
Rec/Game	3.9	3.9
Receiving Yards	572	850
Rec Yds/Game	38.1	56.7
Receiving TDs	1	6
Targets	81	99
Target Share/Game	5.4	6.6
Age	27	28
Experience	3 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 9

Summary

DK Metcalf outscored Cade Otton by 4.3 PPG in 2025 (10.5 to 6.2). 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 Cade Otton or DK Metcalf in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, DK Metcalf has the edge at 10.5 PPG compared to Cade Otton's 6.2 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 Cade Otton and DK Metcalf average in 2025?▾

Cade Otton averaged 6.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

When are Cade Otton and DK Metcalf's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cade Otton (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.