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Updated from live statsJuwan Johnson or Sam LaPortaWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Juwan Johnson is a New Orleans Saints tight end who averaged 8.3 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta is a Detroit Lions tight end who averaged 9.7 fantasy points per game across 9 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Juwan Johnson | Sam LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 8.3 | 9.7 |
| Games Played | 17 | 9 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 141 | 87 |
| Receptions | 77 | 40 |
| Rec/Game | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Receiving Yards | 889 | 489 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 52.3 | 54.3 |
| Receiving TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Targets | 102 | 49 |
| Target Share/Game | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Age | 30 | 25 |
| Experience | 5 yrs | 2 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 8 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Juwan Johnson or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Juwan Johnson and Sam LaPorta is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Juwan Johnson averaged 8.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7.
Should I draft Juwan Johnson or Sam LaPorta in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Juwan Johnson averaged 8.3 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 across 9. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Juwan Johnson and Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾
Juwan Johnson averaged 8.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.
When are Juwan Johnson and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Juwan Johnson (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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