Cade Otton vs Dalton Schultz
Dalton Schultz holds a 38.6% edge in Superflex dynasty value.Updated 10/2/2026
THE CASE FOR OTTON
Otton is 3 years younger and still in the prime window where a TE value jump can happen with a modest target increase. He’s typically cheaper to acquire than his weekly output suggests, making him a strong cost-per-point bet in TE2/stream builds. If Tampa’s target tree consolidates or red-zone usage spikes, he has a clearer path to outperform his current dynasty price than Schultz does.
THE CASE FOR SCHULTZ
Schultz is the safer bet for near-term usability: he’s a proven volume TE attached to a high-upside passing offense in Houston. His role is more established, so you’re buying a higher floor for weekly lineup decisions, especially in PPR/TE-prem formats. The 11.3% value premium is largely paying for that stability and immediate startability.
VERDICT BY TEAM SITUATION
Schultz by a small margin for contenders if you need dependable weekly points; take Otton if you can add a small sweetener on top.
Otton for rebuilding due to the age curve and better odds of value insulation/appreciation versus a 30-year-old TE.
They’re close enough that the tiebreaker is price—pay up for Schultz only if he’s starting for you, otherwise take the discount with Otton.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Worth more?
Schultz is worth more today, but the gap is small enough that situation/need should drive the decision.
Trade?
If you roster Schultz, look to tier down to Otton plus a small add; if you roster Otton, only tier up if you’re contending and the add is minimal.
Superflex?
In SF the difference matters less relative to QB value, so prioritize whichever TE costs less to acquire for comparable starting utility.
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