5 Dynasty Buys Under 25 - TE Edition
Chew highlights 5 tight ends under 25 that you should be buying in dynasty ahead of the 2026 season.
Age is a crucial factor in building a formidable dynasty roster for the long haul. The younger players that still have something to prove are often the most polarizing as dynasty managers draw their figurative lines in the sand.
Here is a look at LAST year’s TE buys under 25.
The tight end position has long been thought to be a slow burn, with dynasty managers waiting a few seasons for players to get their footing. While that is still commonplace, wide-open NFL offenses are becoming more friendly to the pass-catching tight ends. And the tight ends mentioned in this article are ones to buy in dynasty before the price is too steep.
Check out THIS year’s RB & WR buys under 25.
*Qualifying tight ends are under 25 years old by the beginning of the 2026 NFL season and outside the Top-24 in TE fantasy points per game in 2025. Dynasty trades sources from Dynasty Daddy. Trades were based on the following settings:
Quarterbacks: 2 (Superflex)
Scoring Format: 1 (Full PPR)
Tight End Premium: 0-0.5
Team Count: 10-12 (Draft pick range noted below extends to 12-team leagues)
Starter Count: 9-11
Mason Taylor (TE-31 — 6.8 ppg — 22 years old)
2025 Stats: [44 catches / 65 targets - 369 yds - 1 TD]
The youngest member of this list, Taylor, stepped into a chaotic Jets situation for his rookie season (Jets and chaos, who knew?). Taylor entered his rookie season as the starting tight end for the Jets and even put up three top-12 fantasy performances. Inconsistency at quarterback, coupled with a late-season neck injury, resulted in a so-so rookie season.
Entering the 2026 season, the Jets are a team with money to spend and needs to fill (everywhere). Two pass catchers that are set in stone are Garrett Wilson and Taylor, who should serve the next Jets quarterback well. The Jets’ new offensive coordinator, Frank Reich, could mean increased involvement for Taylor, especially in the red zone (per Michael Nania). Although he plays on the Jets, Taylor serves as an up-and-coming tight end in a time where there is a changing of the guard at the position.
Dynasty Trades to acquire Mason Taylor:
Mason Taylor ←→ ‘26 3.02
Mason Taylor ←→ Trey Benson
Mason Taylor + ‘26 1.07 ←→ Jameson Williams
Gunnar Helm (TE-37 — 5.7 ppg — 24 years old)
2025 Stats: [44 catches / 55 targets - 357 yds - 2 TDs]
Helm entered his rookie season in Tennessee behind veteran Chig Okonkwo and with rookie Cam Ward at the… helm. The Titans’ season was one to forget, but Helm offered reason for optimism as a tight end who is a competent blocker while also being a threat as a receiver (the latter of which has hindered Okonkwo). Helm’s usage is also encouraging, as 8 of his 55 targets came in the red zone.
After a poor showing by the Titans as a whole, the team brought in a new head coach, Robert Saleh, who then added Brian Daboll as the offensive coordinator. The move, along with spending money and draft capital, hopes to revamp the Titans’ offense in 2026. And barring a change of heart, it looks like the Titans are set to let Okonkwo test free agency. So while Helm was not drafted by the current coaching staff, he should serve the new offensive system well.
Dynasty Trades to acquire Gunnar Helm:
Gunnar Helm + ‘26 3.01 ←→ Rico Dowdle
Gunnar Helm ←→ ‘28 3rd
Gunnar Helm + ‘27 3rd ←→ Theo Johnson
Darnell Washington (TE-43 — 4.6 ppg — 24 years old)
2025 Stats: [31 catches / 43 targets - 364 yds - 1 TD]
Washington is a punishing blocker who helped level up the Steelers’ rushing attack in 2025. The veteran tight ends, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith, however, were ahead of him for receiving duties. Despite the block-heavy duties, Washington has seen his role as a pass-catcher grow year-over-year since his rookie season in 2023. And there is nothing more fun than watching Washington churn out yards and punish defenders who are foolish enough to get in his way.
Before you say it, yes, Washington will be 25 before the regular season, but he will be 24 for the preseason, and that helps for this article’s criteria. And what helps Washington is the Steelers’ releasing of Smith ahead of free agency, as well as the new head coach hiring a long-time tight ends coach, Brian Angelichio, as the team’s offensive coordinator. This is not a costly buy in dynasty, but Washington offers an intriguing chance to increase his value come Week 1.
Dynasty Trades to acquire Darnell Washington:
Darnell Washington ←→ Andrei Iosivas + ‘28 4th
Darnell Washington ←→ ‘26 3.11
Darnell Washington + ‘26 2.06 ←→ Dillon Gabriel + Romeo Doubs
Terrance Ferguson (TE-46 — 4.0 ppg — 23 years old)
2025 Stats: [11 catches / 25 targets - 231 yds - 3 TD]
Ferguson’s involvement in the offense took some time to develop, but Ferguson utilized his high-end athleticism to serve as a downfield threat. There may have been some frustration from fantasy managers when an injury to Higbee led to increased involvement from Colby Parkinson and Davis Allen. But head coach Sean McVay has been steadfast in his praise for Ferguson’s athleticism and versatility as a playmaker.
Okay, so the Rams’ re-signing of Tyler Higbee (again) does not help Ferguson’s fantasy opportunities. But a full offseason for Ferguson allows him to become more immersed in the Rams’ offense. The Rams are no strangers to utilizing 12 and 13 Personnel, which would lead to Ferguson getting more opportunities in one of the NFL’s most high-powered offenses. Ferguson is no stranger to most dynasty managers, but if you can buy him at a reasonable price, then do it!
Dynasty Trades to acquire Terrance Ferguson:
Terrance Ferguson ←→ Kaleb Johnson
Terrance Ferguson ←→ ‘26 4.12 + ‘27 3rd
Terrance Ferguson + ‘27 3rd ←→ Devaughn Vele + Woody Marks + ‘27 4th
Ben Sinnott (TE-72 — 1.8 ppg — 24 years old)
2025 Stats: [11 catches / 13 targets - 114 yds - 1 TD]
A returning name from last year’s list, Sinnott more than doubled his rookie-year fantasy production in 2025, even if it meant going from 0.8 pppg to 1.8 ppg. Optimism around Sinnott was tied to a Jayden Daniels-led offense and the possible decline of veteran Zach Ertz. Unfortunately, the Commanders’ offense was not quite as effective as in 2024, due in part to injuries keeping Daniels out for most of the season. Ertz tore his ACL in Week 14, which led to an increase in opportunity for Sinnott; however, to no avail.
A healthy Daniels, a free agent departure from Ertz, and a new offensive coordinator in David Blough point to reasons for Sinnott’s growth in 2026. Sinnott showcased his versatility during his time at Kansas State as a capable blocker and receiver, which Blough could unlock this season. With the last few years of tight end prospects breaking out early, dynasty managers could be fatigued from waiting for Sinnott and be willing to sell for cheap.
Dynasty Trades to acquire Ben Sinnott:
Ben Sinnott ←→ ‘27 4th
Ben Sinnott + Michael Wilson + ‘26 2.06 ←→ Davante Adams
Ben Sinnott + Bhayshul Tuten ←→ Rhamondre Stevenson + ‘26 3.10 + ‘27 3rd
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