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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Dalton Kincaid vs Tucker Kraft

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy play this season.

Tucker Kraft is the better play on a neutral week. 12.6 PPG with 492 yards gives a reliable baseline. Dalton Kincaid at 8.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tucker Kraft higher, but do not fade Dalton Kincaid entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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TEBuffalo Bills#11

Dalton Kincaid

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

571

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Dalton Kincaid

Tucker Kraft

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8.9 PPG12.6 PPG

12 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Kincaid: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #11 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dalton Kincaid is producing at 40% of elite pace and Tucker Kraft at 57%. That ranking gap means Tucker Kraft carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dalton Kincaid vs Tucker Kraft: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Dalton Kincaid and Tucker Kraft is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Buffalo Bills tight end put up 8.9 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Tucker Kraft of the Green Bay Packers averaged 12.6 in 8. A 3.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.7 points favors Tucker Kraft, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dalton Kincaid had 39 catches for 571 yards; Tucker Kraft posted 32 for 489. 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: Dalton Kincaid is off Week 7 and Tucker Kraft 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

Tucker Kraft is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dalton Kincaid is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dalton Kincaid (age 26) 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 Dalton Kincaid by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Kincaid played 12 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Dalton Kincaid contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tucker Kraft scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Dalton Kincaid saw 49 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatKincaidKraft

PPG (Half-PPR)8.912.6

Games Played128

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)107101

Receptions3932

Rec/Game3.34.0

Receiving Yards571489

Rec Yds/Game47.661.1

Receiving TDs56

Targets4944

Target Share/Game4.15.5

Age2625

Experience2 yrs2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 7Week 5

Summary

12.6 PPG for Tucker Kraft versus 8.9 for Dalton Kincaid in 2025. The baseline favors Tucker Kraft, 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 Dalton Kincaid or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Dalton Kincaid's 8.9 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 Dalton Kincaid and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Dalton Kincaid averaged 8.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Dalton Kincaid and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dalton Kincaid (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dalton Kincaid or Tucker Kraft a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Dalton Kincaid by 3.7 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.