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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Jonnu Smith vs Tyler ConklinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jonnu Smith is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jonnu Smith is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jonnu Smith and Tyler Conklin are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-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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TEMiami Dolphins#99PPG LEADER

Jonnu Smith

PPG

8.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

562

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TENew York Jets#99

Tyler Conklin

PPG

7.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

525

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Jonnu Smith

Tyler Conklin

Head to Head

8.2 PPG7.5 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Jonnu Smith: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Conklin: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Jonnu Smith is producing at 37% of elite pace and Tyler Conklin at 34%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jonnu Smith vs Tyler Conklin: The Full Breakdown

Jonnu Smith (8.2 PPG) and Tyler Conklin (7.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two tight ends are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Jonnu Smith played 15 games for the Miami Dolphins; Tyler Conklin suited up 17 times for the New York Jets.

A 0.7-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Jonnu Smith had 52 catches for 562 yards; Tyler Conklin posted 50 for 525. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jonnu Smith sits Week 6 while Tyler Conklin is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Jonnu Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tyler Conklin (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jonnu Smith outscored Tyler Conklin by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Conklin played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jonnu Smith's 15. That durability gap means Tyler Conklin contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jonnu Smith scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Jonnu Smith saw 68 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jonnu Smith vs Tyler Conklin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jonnu Smith	Tyler Conklin
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	7.5
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	123	128
Receptions	52	50
Rec/Game	3.5	2.9
Receiving Yards	562	525
Rec Yds/Game	37.5	30.9
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	68	65
Target Share/Game	4.5	3.8
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jonnu Smith at 8.2 PPG, 0.7 points per game above Tyler Conklin's 7.5. 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 Jonnu Smith or Tyler Conklin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonnu Smith has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Tyler Conklin's 7.5 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 Jonnu Smith and Tyler Conklin average in 2025?▾

Jonnu Smith averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Conklin averaged 7.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Jonnu Smith and Tyler Conklin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonnu Smith (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyler Conklin (NYJ) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jonnu Smith or Tyler Conklin a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Jonnu Smith outscored Tyler Conklin 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.