Week 6 Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings: Keep believing in Dalton Kincaid

Ian Hartitz notes that AJ Barner has not been seeing the goal-line rushing opportunities that were previously anticipated, as the team has been utilizing Emanuel Wilson in that role instead.

Ranked as TE12, Brenton Strange is emerging as a top young tight end and the clear number two pass-catching option for the Jaguars. He has recorded 26 targets this season, eight more than teammates Jakobi Meyers and Brian Thomas Jr. Hartitz highlights his elite athletic profile, $48 million extension, and high efficiency in yards per route run and targets per route run, projecting him as a top-12 play in a potential shootout against the Texans.

Ian Hartitz notes that Brian Thomas Jr. is currently part of the Jaguars' wide receiver rotation but has seen fewer targets (18) on the season than teammate Brenton Strange (26).

Ian Hartitz ranks Brock Bowers as the TE1, noting he is producing at a level that surpasses positional excellence, comparing him favorably to elite wide receivers like JSN and Puka Nacua. Bowers is averaging 23.7 PPR points per game and is on pace to potentially challenge the 2020 Travis Kelce season for the best tight end performance in fantasy history.

Ian Hartitz ranks Chigoziem Okonkwo as TE16, highlighting his usage in scripted plays like play-action bootlegs. While he faces a tough 49ers defense, his health and increased route participation make him a viable bye-week streamer and waiver wire filler for the current week.

Ian Hartitz views Dallas Goedert as the primary target in the Eagles' passing game. Goedert is a strong play against the Panthers, and Hartitz notes he would consider moving him up to TE6 if DeVonta Smith is ruled out. Goedert recorded a 32% target-per-route-run rate last week, the second-highest at the position.

Ian Hartitz ranks Dalton Kincaid as the TE8 for Week 6. Despite a recent slump totaling 52 yards over three games, Kincaid maintains a full-time role, evidenced by an 82% route rate in Week 5. Hartitz remains confident in Kincaid's talent, his connection with quarterback Josh Allen, and the overall offense, expecting his volume to return.

Ian Hartitz is down on Dalton Schultz, citing a significant decline in production since Week 2. Schultz has recorded only 8 catches for 69 scoreless yards in that span, and Hartitz explicitly states he has no positive outlook for him based on performance metrics.

Ian Hartitz ranks Darren Waller as TE15, viewing him as a big slot receiver who benefits from a matchup against an Eagles defense that struggles against slot targets. Waller's route rate reached a season-high 64% in Week 4, and Hartitz expects a potential role increase following the team's bye week, making him a preferred waiver wire stash for future potential.

Ian Hartitz ranks George Kittle as the TE3 for Week 6 against the Commanders, citing his health, an elite offensive environment, and a favorable matchup against a defense that ranks third-worst in PPR points allowed to tight ends. Hartitz expects an increase in target share for Kittle due to Deebo Samuel being sidelined with a hamstring injury.

Ian Hartitz suggests Harold Fannon could see increased underneath usage against the Ravens due to the expected absence of Casey Conception, who has dominated the team's screen targets. Fannon needs more layup opportunities to utilize his tackle-breaking ability.

Ian Hartitz ranks Hunter Henry as TE17, noting that he remains touchdown-dependent. His workload is being increasingly challenged by Eli Raridan, who is eating into his snaps each week.

Ian Hartitz ranks Isaiah Likely as the TE4 for Week 6, emphasizing his high target volume (48 targets, 7th in the NFL) and the positive impact of Jameis Winston at quarterback. Despite some inconsistent weekly scoring, Hartitz is bullish on Likely's outlook due to the favorable matchup against the Saints and the lack of other target competition in the offense.

Ian Hartitz ranks Juwan Johnson as the TE7 for Week 6, citing his 25% targets per route run rate against man coverage. Because the Giants run man coverage at a top-five rate, Johnson is positioned for a bounceback performance in his role as a big slot receiver.

Ian Hartitz ranks Kyle Pitts as TE18, noting recent improvement with back-to-back 40-yard games and a touchdown. However, Hartitz expects a run-heavy game plan against the Bears, with Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier projected for 40+ carries, which may limit Pitts' pass-catching upside despite his positive momentum.

Ian Hartitz ranks Pat Freiermuth as the TE11 and recommends him as a top streaming option. His route participation has stabilized at 78-79%, and he benefits from increased target share opportunities due to injuries to Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson. He is a strong waiver wire filler with only a 31% roster rate.

Ian Hartitz ranks Travis Kelce as the TE6 for Week 6. Despite having three or fewer catches in all but one game this season, Kelce maintains scoring upside and could see increased target volume due to Rashee Rice's likely absence with a hamstring injury.

Ian Hartitz ranks Tucker Kraft as the TE5 for Week 6, noting his recent performance surge with 42 yards and a TD in Week 4 and 5 catches for 64 yards in Week 5. Hartitz highlights Kraft's usage in short-yardage situations, specifically the 'tush push,' suggesting he could become the Packers' de facto goal-line option, which would significantly boost his fantasy value.

Ian Hartitz ranks Tyler Higbee as TE14, noting he has scored the sixth-most PPR points among tight ends over the last three weeks. However, his route participation dropped from 76% to 64% with Colby Parkinson returning. Hartitz suggests him as a short-term waiver filler but warns that his target volume will likely fade as the Rams' offense changes.

Ian Hartitz ranks Tyler Warren as the TE9 for Week 6 against the Titans. Warren is viewed as a bounce-back candidate following a recent performance featuring seven catches for 83 yards and a goal-line rushing touchdown.