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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Chig Okonkwo vs Mark AndrewsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mark Andrews is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Chig Okonkwo's 5.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mark Andrews is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Mark Andrews edges Chig Okonkwo by 0.7 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Mark Andrews goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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TETennessee Titans#31

Chig Okonkwo

PPG

5.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

560

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TEBaltimore Ravens#27PPG LEADER

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Chig Okonkwo

Mark Andrews

Head to Head

5.6 PPG6.3 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Chig Okonkwo: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #31 at the position). Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Chig Okonkwo is producing at 25% of elite pace and Mark Andrews at 29%. That ranking gap means Mark Andrews carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chig Okonkwo vs Mark Andrews: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Chig Okonkwo finished the 2025 season at 5.6 PPG over 17 games with the Tennessee Titans, while Mark Andrews clocked in at 6.3 across 17 appearances for the Baltimore Ravens. A 0.7-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Chig Okonkwo had 56 catches for 560 yards; Mark Andrews posted 48 for 422. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

One scheduling note: Chig Okonkwo is off Week 9 and Mark Andrews 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

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: Chig Okonkwo (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Mark Andrews outscored Chig Okonkwo by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Chig Okonkwo saw 79 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Chig Okonkwo is 4 years younger than Mark Andrews (26 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chig Okonkwo vs Mark Andrews: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chig Okonkwo	Mark Andrews
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	6.3
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	95	107
Receptions	56	48
Rec/Game	3.3	2.8
Receiving Yards	560	422
Rec Yds/Game	32.9	24.8
Receiving TDs	2	5
Targets	79	70
Target Share/Game	4.6	4.1
Age	26	30
Experience	3 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Mark Andrews holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.3 points per game. Chig Okonkwo averaged 5.6 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chig Okonkwo or Mark Andrews in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mark Andrews has the edge at 6.3 PPG compared to Chig Okonkwo's 5.6 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 Chig Okonkwo and Mark Andrews average in 2025?▾

Chig Okonkwo averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Chig Okonkwo and Mark Andrews's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chig Okonkwo (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chig Okonkwo or Mark Andrews a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Mark Andrews outscored Chig Okonkwo by 0.7 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.