Head to Head

Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Mason Taylor vs Tucker Kraft

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Tucker Kraft is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Tucker Kraft outscored Mason Taylor by 7.5 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Tucker Kraft is the clear pick. Mason Taylor profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

The DraftCall app pushes alerts the moment Mason Taylor or Tucker Kraft's status changes. Free.

Get the App

TENew York Jets#34

Mason Taylor

PPG

5.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

369

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TEGreen Bay Packers#2PPG LEADER

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Mason Taylor

Tucker Kraft

Head to Head

5.1 PPG12.6 PPG

13 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Mason Taylor: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #34 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mason Taylor is producing at 23% 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.

Mason Taylor vs Tucker Kraft: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two tight ends. Tucker Kraft (Green Bay Packers) averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games in 2025, outscoring Mason Taylor (New York Jets, 5.1 PPG) by 7.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 7.5 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. Mason Taylor had 44 catches for 369 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: Mason Taylor is off Week 9 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. Mason Taylor is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Mason Taylor (age 22) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Tucker Kraft outscored Mason Taylor by a projected 128 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mason Taylor played 13 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. That durability gap means Mason Taylor 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.
•Mason Taylor saw 65 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorKraft

PPG (Half-PPR)5.112.6

Games Played138

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)66101

Receptions4432

Rec/Game3.44.0

Receiving Yards369489

Rec Yds/Game28.461.1

Receiving TDs16

Targets6544

Target Share/Game5.05.5

Age2225

Experience-2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 9Week 5

Summary

12.6 PPG for Tucker Kraft versus 5.1 for Mason Taylor 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Mason Taylor vs Tucker Kraft

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mason Taylor or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tucker Kraft has the edge at 12.6 PPG compared to Mason Taylor's 5.1 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 Mason Taylor and Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Mason Taylor averaged 5.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 7.5 points per game.

When are Mason Taylor and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Mason Taylor (NYJ) has a bye in Week 9, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mason Taylor or Tucker Kraft a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Tucker Kraft outscored Mason Taylor by 7.5 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.