Dalton Kincaid vs Sam LaPorta
Sam LaPorta holds a 11.1% edge in Superflex dynasty value.Updated 9/18/2026
THE CASE FOR KINCAID
Kincaid’s path to a true target-earning alpha TE is still intact in Buffalo because he can win from the slot and stay on the field in all personnel groupings. His acquisition cost is materially lower than LaPorta’s, making him one of the cleaner “bet on talent + QB” arbitrage plays at TE. If the Bills’ weekly target tree consolidates (or red-zone usage swings his way), he has the ceiling to close much of the current value gap.
THE CASE FOR LAPORTA
LaPorta has already delivered a difference-making TE season with strong TD equity and weekly usability, which is exactly what you’re buying at his premium. He’s tied to an elite offensive environment with a stable role and clear red-zone involvement, giving him a higher floor and a higher probability of sustained top-3 TE finishes. At 25.6 with proven production, he’s the safer cornerstone and the market agrees with the 39.4% valuation edge.
VERDICT BY TEAM SITUATION
LaPorta for contenders—he’s more likely to give you weekly advantage and bankable TD-driven spike weeks right now.
Kincaid for rebuilders—take the discount and bet on a multi-year value rise if his target share and scoring role grow.
If the price difference is more than a mid 1st in value, prefer Kincaid; if it’s less, prefer LaPorta.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Worth more?
Sam LaPorta is worth more today by a clear margin due to proven elite output and stronger TD/role confidence.
Trade?
If you roster LaPorta, only move him for Kincaid plus a meaningful add (e.g., a 1st/strong 2nd+); if you roster Kincaid, a straight-up upgrade to LaPorta is a win if the add isn’t premium.
Superflex?
In superflex the TE gap matters a bit less than QB/WR scarcity, so Kincaid’s discount is more attractive unless you’re chasing an immediate weekly edge.
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