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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Hunter Henry vs Jonnu SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Hunter Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.8 PPG to Jonnu Smith's 8.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Hunter Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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TENew England Patriots#13PPG LEADER

Hunter Henry

PPG

8.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

768

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TEMiami Dolphins#99

Jonnu Smith

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

562

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Hunter Henry

Jonnu Smith

Head to Head

8.8 PPG8.2 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Hunter Henry: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #13 at the position). Jonnu Smith: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Hunter Henry is producing at 40% of elite pace and Jonnu Smith at 37%. That ranking gap means Hunter Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Hunter Henry vs Jonnu Smith: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Hunter Henry finished the 2025 season at 8.8 PPG over 17 games with the New England Patriots, while Jonnu Smith clocked in at 8.2 across 15 appearances for the Miami Dolphins. A 0.6-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. Hunter Henry had 60 catches for 768 yards; Jonnu Smith posted 52 for 562. 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: Hunter Henry is off Week 11 and Jonnu Smith Week 6. 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: Hunter Henry (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Jonnu Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Hunter Henry outscored Jonnu Smith by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Hunter Henry played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jonnu Smith's 15. That durability gap means Hunter Henry contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Hunter Henry scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Hunter Henry saw 87 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Hunter Henry vs Jonnu Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Hunter Henry	Jonnu Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.8	8.2
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	150	123
Receptions	60	52
Rec/Game	3.5	3.5
Receiving Yards	768	562
Rec Yds/Game	45.2	37.5
Receiving TDs	7	4
Targets	87	68
Target Share/Game	5.1	4.5
Age	31	-
Experience	9 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

8.8 PPG for Hunter Henry versus 8.2 for Jonnu Smith in 2025. The baseline favors Hunter Henry, 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 Hunter Henry or Jonnu Smith in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Hunter Henry has the edge at 8.8 PPG compared to Jonnu Smith's 8.2 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 Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith average in 2025?▾

Hunter Henry averaged 8.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jonnu Smith averaged 8.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Hunter Henry (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Jonnu Smith (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Hunter Henry or Jonnu Smith a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Hunter Henry outscored Jonnu Smith by 0.6 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.