HEADtoHEADSTATS
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
Tony Gonzalez
TE · Kansas City Chiefs⚡ 5–0
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Is A.J. Derby Better Than Tony Gonzalez? NFL Stats Decide

↓ Loses
A.J. Derby
A.J. Derby
TE · MIA
VS
NFL
⚡ Winner
Tony Gonzalez
Tony Gonzalez
TE · Kansas City Chiefs
Career Stats
452
Receiving Yards
15,127
3
Rec Touchdowns
111
11.3
Yards Per Reception
11.4
40
Receptions
1,325
21
Games Played
270
65
Targets
N/A
Statistical Verdict
Tony Gonzalez Wins
0–5
Category Wins
6 stats compared
Fantasy
No fantasy data available for 2026.
🤖AI Analysis

The career statistics tell a clear story in this TE comparison. Tony Gonzalez holds the advantage in 5 of 5 key categories, with Rec Touchdowns representing the most decisive gap — a 3600% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.

Tony Gonzalez's Rec Touchdowns of 111 compared to A.J. Derby's 3 represents a 3600% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. A.J. Derby falls 91.4% below the career average of 35 in this category while Tony Gonzalez exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Tony Gonzalez's edge.

The most competitive category in this matchup is Yards Per Reception, where A.J. Derby posts 11.3 against Tony Gonzalez's 11.4 — virtually identical figures. A.J. Derby can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 5-0 tally suggests. In any debate, Yards Per Reception is the statistical ammunition for the A.J. Derby side.

The tight end position demands a rare combination of size, athleticism and football IQ. Career receiving production at tight end reflects the ability to dominate as a mismatch weapon, red zone threat and reliable safety valve.

Tony Gonzalez wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 0. The 3600% gap in Rec Touchdowns alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Tony Gonzalez's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, A.J. Derby or Tony Gonzalez?

Tony Gonzalez holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 5 categories in this career comparison. Tony Gonzalez's Rec Touchdowns of 111 versus A.J. Derby's 3 is the most decisive factor — a 3600% difference.

How do A.J. Derby and Tony Gonzalez compare in Rec Touchdowns?

A.J. Derby career Rec Touchdowns: 3. Tony Gonzalez career Rec Touchdowns: 111. Tony Gonzalez leads by 3600% — dramatically ahead in this key TE metric.

Who had the better overall career, A.J. Derby or Tony Gonzalez?

Based on career statistics, Tony Gonzalez edges A.J. Derby 5-0 across key categories. Tony Gonzalez's Rec Touchdowns of 111 leads A.J. Derby's 3 by 3600%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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