Michael Mayer · T.J. Hockenson · 2026 week 2

Michael Mayer or T.J. Hockenson?

Wondering who you should start this week — Michael Mayer or T.J. Hockenson? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start T.J. HockensonT.J. Hockenson projects 5.5 PPR points clear of Michael Mayer in week 2. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Michael Mayer @ LAC 3.6 389 healthy
T.J. Hockenson START @ CHI 9.1 214 healthy

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Michael Mayer carries the higher trade value — 389 against 214 (a 45% gap). In a one-for-one, the side receiving Michael Mayer gets the most. Momentum: Michael Mayer +389 and T.J. Hockenson +34 over the last 30 days.

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.