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Fantasy Football Today fantasy football takes on Dalton Kincaid
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All Fantasy Football Today insights about Dalton Kincaid
NegativeDepth ChartOct 16, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is on bye in week seven; not a significant fantasy loss as he's not a player managers will miss much.PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026
Kincaid is a sit for Week 6 despite a favorable matchup against the Raiders; Josh Allen wants to get him involved again, but he currently lacks opportunity because defenses aren't focused on other Bills receivers. Kincaid's efficiency is high, but his target volume remains suppressed. The source suggests DJ Moore's return could help by forcing defenses to respect other options.NegativeBustOct 15, 2026
Kincaid has been a major disappointment since week two. A fumble in week three created a trust issue with Josh Allen that has persisted over the last two weeks. Despite a favorable matchup against the Raiders—who have allowed at least 9.8 full PPR points to every tight end they've faced, including some with only four or fewer targets—there is uncertainty about whether Kincaid will regain Allen's confidence. He's been moved behind Tyler Higby in rankings.PositiveMatchupOct 15, 2026
Kincaid is a tight end worth considering in Week 6 against the Raiders, who are among the worst teams at defending tight ends. This matchup presents an opportunity for Kincaid to produce.PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026
Joe Brady wants to get Dalton Kincaid more involved in the offense, suggesting an increase in usage and opportunity for Week 6.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
When forced to choose between Kincaid and Loveland, the source would start Kincaid, citing familiarity with 'the Kincaid movie' and expressing faith in him despite some nervousness. Kincaid is preferred over Loveland in a head-to-head tight end comparison.PositiveMatchupOct 13, 2026
Good matchup opportunity against Raiders defense this week; similar to Hunter Henry and Eli Rattan who both performed well against this defense. Source recommends holding Kincaid one more week to see if he capitalizes on this favorable matchup.PositiveRoleOct 13, 2026
Route rate unlikely to remain this high for the rest of the season; when DJ Moore returns from shoulder injury, he becomes another option for Josh Allen instead of Kincaid, reducing target opportunities. In 10-team leagues, Kincaid is droppable; in 12-team leagues, only drop if in major roster crunch. Source notes he's scored less than 4 PPR points in three of the last weeks.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Kincaid is being abandoned by fantasy managers looking to pivot at the tight end position, suggesting declining confidence in his role or production.NegativeMatchupOct 9, 2026
Kincaid has posted two bad games recently with declining route participation and playing time over the last couple of weeks. The source views the matchup as brutal and recommends starting Loveland over Kincaid due to these concerns.PositiveMatchupOct 9, 2026
The source favors Kincaid in Week 5 against the Patriots, who have allowed only 85 receiving yards to opposing tight ends through four games (12 catches). The Patriots' defense is vulnerable to tight ends despite the low yardage total, and the Bills will be forced to throw; Kincaid is the preferred tight end play among the three Bills options discussed.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
Kincaid is the best Bills pass catcher and should shine against the Rams unless they double-team him every route like the Patriots did; the Bills will have to throw in this game, and Kincaid's mismatched quality should allow him to play more and produce.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
If DJ Moore is out, the source would start Kincaid this week because the Bills will need to throw to be competitive; the Patriots' defensive strategy of doubling Kincaid and making contact was enabled by DJ Moore leaving early, so without Moore out, the Bills may be forced to rely on Kincaid more.NegativeUsageOct 8, 2026
Kincaid's snap share and route share are trending downward; he was playing more than ever before in the first two weeks, but last week it was still elevated but trending the wrong direction. To be a must-start tight end, he needs to be on the field for 70% of the Bills' pass plays. Last week the Patriots doubled him and had defenders make contact, and the Bills may have reeled back his snaps in response.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Kincaid has been bad the last two games after a hot start; he may have missed his sell-high window after the Week 2 Detroit bump. The source does not think he is safe, citing a very low floor especially against the Rams, who have allowed only 85 yards receiving to tight end groups this season (including Isaiah Likely and George Kittle).NegativeMatchupOct 8, 2026
The source recommends sitting Dalton Kincaid despite acknowledging most fantasy players probably won't bench him, citing a bad matchup in Week 5.NegativeUsageOct 5, 2026
Kincaid's route participation is a concern, as he only ran 54.1% of routes in the most recent game.NegativeUsageOct 5, 2026
Kincaid's route rate dropped to 54% in the recent game, and he has only five total targets over the last two games, which is concerning.NegativeBustOct 5, 2026
Dalton Kincaid has fallen back to being a fringe top-12 tight end after being invisible for the majority of his recent game.PositiveValueOct 1, 2026
Dalton Kincaid remains a recommended start for fantasy managers.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is a low-end starter who is expected to bounce back. While the Patriots' defense has been stingy against tight ends, Kincaid's high participation and early-season performance make him difficult to bench.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
There is no need to panic regarding Dalton Kincaid, who maintained a 61% snap share and 67% route share despite a quiet statistical performance.PositiveValueSep 27, 2026
Heath Cummings ranks Dalton Kincaid ahead of Brock Bowers for the current week.PositiveValueSep 26, 2026
The source identifies Dalton Kincaid as a preferred flex option in half-PPR formats, suggesting he is essentially a must-start player.NegativeValueSep 23, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is a sell-high candidate if you have depth at tight end, though the source notes he is easily a top-3 tight end rest-of-season if he maintains his current level. The strategy is to leverage his hot start to acquire early-round players who are currently underperforming.PositiveUsageSep 19, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is highlighted for his high production, with 225 receiving yards through two games, and his snap share increasing to over 70%, which the source believes locks him in as a top-tier tight end.PositiveUsageSep 18, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is a must-start tight end, having posted 40.5 fantasy points on 14 targets through his first two games.PositiveProjectionSep 17, 2026
Coming off a strong 5-catch, 130-yard performance, Kincaid is a must-start. The source notes that Detroit struggles to defend tight ends and is currently missing safeties, creating a high-ceiling matchup.PositiveProjectionSep 16, 2026
Kincaid had 30 yards on three different catches in week one—the most ever for a tight end in a single game—and is being used as a primary read in 11 personnel (him, two tight ends, and key on Coleman). His downfield production and route-running ability in Joe Brady's creative offense suggest sustained high-volume usage and scoring potential.NegativeUsageSep 16, 2026
Dalton Kincaid posted a 68% route participation rate in Week 1, similar to Isaiah Likely's 67%. This is notably below the 75%+ threshold observed across the top-8 tight ends from last year, suggesting both players may have reduced offensive roles compared to historical elite tight end benchmarks.PositiveUsageSep 16, 2026
Dalton Kincaid had three catches of 30+ yards in week one; only George Kittle (twice), Rob Gronkowski, and Dallas Goddart have matched this feat since 2010. Trey McBride has five such catches in his entire career. No tight end had more than five all season last year. This elite deep-ball usage suggests significant upside.PositiveValueSep 15, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is 87% rostered but occasionally available in leagues; he is preferred over Jawan Johnson and Dalton Schultz in the tight end hierarchy.PositiveBreakoutSep 14, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is a clear-cut second option in the Bills' passing game, evidenced by a 77% snap rate and a 130-yard performance against Houston. He is viewed as an unstoppable mismatch in the intermediate areas.PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026
Kincaid doubled his snap count from training camp and played 52 snaps in Week 1, a really high share. He's a must-start option moving forward; the Bills' new offensive approach under Joe Brady opened up the passing game, with Kincaid catching a touchdown on a post route and benefiting from downfield throws to DJ Moore.PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026
Benefits from DJ Moore's strong Week 1 performance and the Bills' more open offensive approach under Joe Brady; heard all training camp that Kincaid was playing more snaps and doubling his snap count, suggesting increased role in the offense.PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026
Kincaid was described as 'insanely good' in Week 1, signaling strong early-season performance and potential for sustained production.PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026
Kincaid was described as insanely good in Week 1, finishing among the top tight ends alongside Trey McBride, Dallas Goddard, Mike Kosicki, and Pat Friermuth.NegativeMatchupSep 10, 2026
The source suggests avoiding Dalton Kincaid this week because the Texans were a top-10 defense against tight ends last year and Josh Allen has a poor history against them.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
If Dalton Kincaid plays his highest snap percentage of his career this year, he is projected to be a top-eight to top-10 tight end.PositiveProjectionSep 5, 2026
Kincaid is expected to bounce back and play a full season now that his knee injury appears to be resolved.PositiveValueSep 4, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is recommended as a strong tight end option to start the season if fantasy managers miss out on the top-tier tight ends.PositiveValueAug 24, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is a strong value in the TE10-12 range due to his efficiency as the NFL's top yards-per-route-run tight end last year; he has stayed healthy in camp and is improving as a blocker, which could lead to a 75-80% snap share.NegativeProjectionAug 18, 2026
Kincaid is viewed as a full-season play, though he remains touchdown-dependent and lacks a full-time role based on preseason usage.NegativeValueAug 15, 2026
The source advises against drafting Kincaid in the ninth round, suggesting he should be targeted later in drafts, though acknowledging he likely won't fall to the twelfth round.NegativeValueAug 11, 2026
Kincaid is going around pick 130 and is a good second tight end to target in late rounds if you take two TEs. However, his week one matchup against Houston is a concern.PositiveRoleJun 29, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is finally healthy and has 11 end zone targets in three seasons (41 games), indicating he will be a factor in Buffalo's passing game.PositiveProjectionMay 26, 2026
Dalton Kincaid is feeling healthy and had an impressive efficiency last season, suggesting he could be a valuable asset if he stays on the field.NegativeProjectionNo date
Kincaid has never had more than five green-zone or end-zone targets in a season (career high four), yet has been touchdown-dependent for fantasy success. He has only seven career games with double-digit PPR points and no touchdowns in 41 games played, indicating he must score to provide weekly value.PositiveSleeperNo date
Kincaid is in the sleeper discussion with top-15 upside. The source notes his knee problem appears resolved with no reported setbacks, unlike last year. Secondary metrics support a step forward; he could be second on the team in targets behind DJ Moore and could serve as the Bills' touchdown guy. The source prefers him over Dolchets due to his track record and quarterback situation.PositiveSleeperNo date
Kincaid is identified as one of three tight ends who could qualify as a late-round sleeper (round 10-11 ADP) with potential to become a top-five tight end; the source still thinks he's a really good player despite his draft position.