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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Dalton Schultz vs De'Von Achane

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, De'Von Achane (18.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Dalton Schultz (8.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TEHouston Texans#18

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 6

RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Dalton Schultz

De'Von Achane

Head to Head

8.0 PPG18.1 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 1 (Elite) RB in most league formats.

Dalton Schultz vs De'Von Achane: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Dalton Schultz (TE, Houston Texans) against De'Von Achane (RB, Miami Dolphins) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while De'Von Achane posted 18.1 PPG across 16 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Dalton Schultz has his bye in Week 6, De'Von Achane in Week 12. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Dalton Schultz is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Dalton Schultz (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Dalton Schultz by a projected 172 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dalton Schultz played 17 games in 2025 compared to De'Von Achane's 16. That durability gap means Dalton Schultz contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Dalton Schultz saw 106 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•De'Von Achane is 5 years younger than Dalton Schultz (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatSchultzAchane

PPG (Half-PPR)8.018.1

Games Played1716

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)136290

Rushing Yards01,350

Rush Yds/Game0.084.4

Rushing TDs08

Receptions8267

Receiving Yards777488

Targets10685

Total TDs312

Age2924

Experience7 yrs2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 6Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dalton Schultz or De'Von Achane in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 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 Schultz and De'Von Achane average in 2025?▾

Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 10.1 points per game.

When are Dalton Schultz and De'Von Achane's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dalton Schultz (HOU) has a bye in Week 6, and De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.