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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

DK Metcalf vs Tucker KraftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Tucker Kraft over DK Metcalf in 2026.

Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG in 2025 to DK Metcalf's 10.5, a 2.1 point per game edge. Kraft posted that edge in only 8 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability. Tucker Kraft is Tier 1 among tight ends, DK Metcalf is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Tucker Kraft (12.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. DK Metcalf (10.5 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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WRPittsburgh Steelers#25

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

DK Metcalf

Tucker Kraft

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10.5 PPG12.6 PPG

15 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

DK Metcalf: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 1 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

DK Metcalf vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

Comparing DK Metcalf (WR, Pittsburgh Steelers) against Tucker Kraft (TE, Green Bay Packers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Tucker Kraft posted 12.6 PPG across 8 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.

DK Metcalf has his bye in Week 9, Tucker Kraft in Week 11. 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: DK Metcalf (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored DK Metcalf by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•DK Metcalf played 15 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means DK Metcalf contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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 wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

DK Metcalf vs Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	DK Metcalf	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.5	12.6
Games Played	15	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	158	101
Receptions	59	32
Rec/Game	3.9	4.0
Receiving Yards	850	489
Rec Yds/Game	56.7	61.1
Receiving TDs	6	6
Targets	99	44
Target Share/Game	6.6	5.5
Age	28	25
Experience	6 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tucker Kraft at 12.6 PPG, 2.1 points per game above DK Metcalf's 10.5. 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 DK Metcalf or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to DK Metcalf's 10.5 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 DK Metcalf and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are DK Metcalf and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.