Tight end is normally a top-heavy position, but there is some depth this year. If you're unsure of who to start this week, check out my rankings. Spoiler alert: you should probably play Jimmy Graham.
Byes: None
Updated: Sept. 18
Other Rankings: QB, RB, WR, TE, DEF
| Rank & Player | Opponent | Notes |
| 1. Jimmy Graham, NO | MIN | He'll be the top TE the majority of the season. |
| 2. Julius Thomas, DEN | @SEA | Thomas is always a high-end start, even against Seattle. |
| 3. Rob Gronkowski, NE | OAK | If Gronk is healthy, Gronk is starting for you. |
| 4. Greg Olsen, CAR | PIT | Olsen is one of the few reliable targets in Carolina. |
| 5. Zach Ertz, PHI | WSH | He's looked great so far. This could be his breakout season. |
| 6. Antonio Gates, SD | @BUF | I thought Gates was in for a poor year. So far, he's made me look like a fool. |
| 7. Kyle Rudolph, MIN | @NO | Rudolph is tied for the team lead in targets. Just keep being patient. The TDs will come soon. |
| 8. Dennis Pitta, BAL | @CLE | Pitta sees plenty of targets as Flacco's safety blanket. |
| 9. Martellus Bennett, CHI | @NYJ | His value comes mostly from touchdowns, which are tough to rely on. Still, he's performed well so far. |
| 10. Jason Witten, DAL | @STL | He's had a slow start, but don't bail on him just yet. |
| 11. Vernon Davis, SF | @ARI | Davis' spot will be determined by how healthy he is. If you own him, be cautious. |
| 12. Jordan Cameron, CLE | BAL | I'm not sure if Cameron will play this week. Make sure you have a plan B. |
| 13. Delanie Walker, TEN | @CIN | Walker had a huge game last week, but don't expect a repeat. |
| 14. Charles Clay, MIA | @BUF | Clay gets a lot of targets, but hasn't put up the yardage yet. |
| 15. Travis Kelce, KC | @DEN | Another player who could be primed for a breakout season. I don't trust him as a starter yet though. |