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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Dallas Goedert vs Tee HigginsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tee Higgins over Dallas Goedert in 2026.

Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Dallas Goedert's 10.3, a 1.8 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and TE. Tee Higgins is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Dallas Goedert is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tee Higgins (12.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Dallas Goedert (10.3 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.

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

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TEPhiladelphia Eagles#5

Dallas Goedert

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

591

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

WRCincinnati Bengals#13PPG LEADER

Tee Higgins

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

846

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dallas Goedert

Tee Higgins

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10.3 PPG12.1 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dallas Goedert: Tier 2 (Elite) TE (ranked #5 at the position). Tee Higgins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #13 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Elite) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

Dallas Goedert vs Tee Higgins: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Dallas Goedert (TE, Philadelphia Eagles) against Tee Higgins (WR, Cincinnati Bengals) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Tee Higgins posted 12.1 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.

Dallas Goedert has his bye in Week 10, Tee Higgins in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Dallas Goedert (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tee Higgins (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tee Higgins outscored Dallas Goedert by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dallas Goedert scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Tee Higgins saw 98 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Tee Higgins is 4 years younger than Dallas Goedert (27 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dallas Goedert vs Tee Higgins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dallas Goedert	Tee Higgins
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.3	12.1
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	182
Receptions	60	59
Rec/Game	4.0	3.9
Receiving Yards	591	846
Rec Yds/Game	39.4	56.4
Receiving TDs	11	11
Targets	82	98
Target Share/Game	5.5	6.5
Age	31	27
Experience	7 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tee Higgins holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 12.1 points per game. Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 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 Dallas Goedert or Tee Higgins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tee Higgins has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Dallas Goedert's 10.3 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 Dallas Goedert and Tee Higgins average in 2025?▾

Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tee Higgins averaged 12.1 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Dallas Goedert and Tee Higgins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dallas Goedert (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tee Higgins (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.