Kyle Pitts vs Sam LaPorta
Sam LaPorta holds a 23.1% edge in Superflex dynasty value.Updated 9/18/2026
THE CASE FOR PITTS
Pitts still has the rarest TE ceiling in the league—an alpha-style athletic profile with proven ability to command downfield targets when the offense is functional. The market discount bakes in multiple "what-if" years, so you’re paying for upside at a reduced price versus the elite TE tier. If Atlanta’s passing volume/efficiency stabilizes, Pitts is one of the few TEs who can spike true weekly matchup-winning weeks.
THE CASE FOR LAPORTA
LaPorta already delivered an elite fantasy season in a high-scoring, well-designed offense and is attached to a stable QB/OC environment. His role is bankable: high-percentage targets in the middle of the field plus red-zone usage, giving him both floor and TD-driven ceiling. The premium cost is justified by the combination of youth, production, and a clearer path to repeatable top-3 TE finishes.
VERDICT BY TEAM SITUATION
LaPorta for contenders—he’s the better bet for immediate, weekly start-confidence at only a small (5.1%) price premium.
Pitts for rebuilders—he’s the better swing on value insulation and future ceiling if you’re not paying full freight today.
It’s close, but I’ll take LaPorta straight up; I’d only pivot to Pitts if you’re getting a meaningful plus (roughly a 2nd or equivalent).
11.7% of champions
Kyle Pitts was on 813 championship rosters
Sam LaPorta — outside top 50 champion players
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Worth more?
LaPorta is worth more right now, and the 5.1% gap is reasonable given his proven elite production and role stability.
Trade?
If you have LaPorta, only move him for Pitts plus an added piece; if you have Pitts, I’d add a small sweetener to upgrade if you’re contending.
Superflex?
In SF, the TE gap matters slightly less versus QB/WR scarcity, but the LaPorta-over-Pitts preference stays the same at this price.
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