Chig Okonkwo vs Gunnar Helm
Gunnar Helm holds a 5.3% edge in Superflex dynasty value.Updated 9/18/2026
THE CASE FOR OKONKWO
Okonkwo has already shown NFL-level athleticism and after-catch ability, giving him a clearer path to usable weekly spike weeks than most young TEs. At 26.9, he’s in the middle of the typical TE scoring window, so contenders can bank on nearer-term production without waiting for a multi-year development curve. Even with the slightly higher SF value (1,537), the 5.7% gap is small enough that any role consolidation or TD variance can quickly swing his weekly utility in your favor.
THE CASE FOR HELM
Helm is 3 years younger (23.9), which matters at TE where breakouts often come late and value can compound if he earns a starting role. His cheaper SF tag (1,449) makes him the better bet for rebuilding rosters that want insulation and optionality without paying for near-term points. If he climbs the depth chart and becomes a 60–80% snap player, his dynasty value can jump faster than Okonkwo’s at this stage of Okonkwo’s career arc.
VERDICT BY TEAM SITUATION
Take Chig Okonkwo for the higher likelihood of immediate, startable TE production, with the value gap small enough to justify paying up.
Take Gunnar Helm for the age-based runway and cheaper cost profile, betting on role growth and value appreciation.
It’s close enough that I’d let team build decide: Okonkwo if you need points now, Helm if you’re buying future value.
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Worth more?
Okonkwo is worth slightly more in SF right now, but the gap is small and can flip quickly if Helm wins a meaningful role.
Trade?
If you can move Okonkwo for Helm plus a small add (late pick/throw-in), that’s a strong rebuilder move; contenders can just keep Okonkwo.
Superflex?
In superflex, neither profiles as a true difference-maker at the position, so prioritize price/roster fit and treat both as tiered TE2 bets.
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