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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Will DisslyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean Ja'Tavion Sanders over Will Dissly in 2026.

Ja'Tavion Sanders (4.2 PPG) and Will Dissly (3.9) finished 2025 separated by under a point per game. Both play tight ends, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

Statistically, Ja'Tavion Sanders and Will Dissly are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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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TECarolina Panthers#99PPG LEADER

Ja'Tavion Sanders

PPG

4.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

308

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

TELos Angeles Chargers#99

Will Dissly

PPG

3.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

285

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Ja'Tavion Sanders

Will Dissly

Head to Head

4.2 PPG3.9 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Ja'Tavion Sanders: Unranked TE. Will Dissly: Unranked TE. Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Ja'Tavion Sanders is producing at 19% of elite pace and Will Dissly at 18%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Will Dissly: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ja'Tavion Sanders finished the 2025 season at 4.2 PPG over 14 games with the Carolina Panthers, while Will Dissly clocked in at 3.9 across 16 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. A 0.3-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. Ja'Tavion Sanders had 32 catches for 308 yards; Will Dissly posted 32 for 285. 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: Ja'Tavion Sanders is off Week 11 and Will Dissly Week 5. 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: Ja'Tavion Sanders (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Will Dissly (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ja'Tavion Sanders outscored Will Dissly by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Will Dissly played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ja'Tavion Sanders's 14. That durability gap means Will Dissly contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Will Dissly scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Ja'Tavion Sanders saw 45 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ja'Tavion Sanders vs Will Dissly: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ja'Tavion Sanders	Will Dissly
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.2	3.9
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	59	62
Receptions	32	32
Rec/Game	2.3	2.0
Receiving Yards	308	285
Rec Yds/Game	22.0	17.8
Receiving TDs	1	2
Targets	45	42
Target Share/Game	3.2	2.6
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

4.2 PPG for Ja'Tavion Sanders versus 3.9 for Will Dissly in 2025. The baseline favors Ja'Tavion Sanders, 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders or Will Dissly in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ja'Tavion Sanders has the edge at 4.2 PPG compared to Will Dissly's 3.9 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders and Will Dissly average in 2025?▾

Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Will Dissly averaged 3.9 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Ja'Tavion Sanders and Will Dissly's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ja'Tavion Sanders (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Will Dissly (LAC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ja'Tavion Sanders or Will Dissly a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Ja'Tavion Sanders outscored Will Dissly by 0.3 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.