How Many Fantasy Points Is a Touchdown? (Every Format Explained)
A touchdown is the single biggest play in fantasy football. Whether it's a rushing TD, a receiving TD, a passing TD, or a defensive score — each type earns a different number of points depending on your league's scoring format.
Here's the complete breakdown.
Rushing and Receiving Touchdowns
In virtually every major fantasy football format, a rushing or receiving touchdown is worth 6 points.
This is consistent across ESPN, Yahoo, Sleeper, NFL.com, and most custom leagues. The 6-point value mirrors the actual NFL scoring system — a touchdown is worth 6 real points, so fantasy platforms match it directly.
| Format | Rushing TD | Receiving TD |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (ESPN/Yahoo) | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| PPR | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| Half-PPR | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| DraftKings DFS | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| FanDuel DFS | 6 pts | 6 pts |
The PPR bonus is separate from the TD. In PPR leagues, a receiving touchdown earns 6 points for the TD plus 1 point for the reception (or 0.5 in half-PPR). So a receiving TD in full PPR is effectively worth 7 fantasy points — the catch and the score.
Use our fantasy points calculator to calculate any player's total including touchdowns.
Passing Touchdowns
Passing touchdowns are worth 4 points in most standard leagues — not 6. This is intentional: the receiver already earns 6 points for catching the same touchdown pass, so the QB gets a lower allocation to avoid double-counting the play.
| Format | Passing TD |
|---|---|
| Standard (ESPN/Yahoo/Sleeper default) | 4 pts |
| 6-point passing TD leagues (common in competitive formats) | 6 pts |
| DraftKings | 4 pts |
| FanDuel | 4 pts |
6-point passing TD leagues are a growing format, especially in competitive, higher-stakes leagues. In these leagues, a QB's passing touchdown is worth the same as any other position's scoring play. This significantly boosts QB values — particularly for quarterbacks who score frequently but rely on touchdown volume over pure yardage.
Use our QB fantasy points calculator to model passing touchdowns in both 4-pt and 6-pt formats.
2-Point Conversion Touchdowns
Two-point conversions in the NFL are scored by running or passing the ball across the goal line without a kick. In fantasy, the credit works as follows:
- The player who scores the 2-point conversion earns 2 fantasy points (in most leagues)
- The QB who throws the 2-point conversion pass typically does not receive additional points (unlike a TD, which awards both QB and receiver)
Some leagues award 2 points to the QB for a successful 2-point passing conversion, just as they would for a passing TD — this varies by platform and custom settings.
Defensive Touchdowns
A defensive or special teams touchdown is typically worth 6 points to the DST unit, not the individual player.
| Play | DST Points |
|---|---|
| Pick-six (interception returned for TD) | 6 pts + 2 pts (interception) = 8 pts |
| Fumble return TD | 6 pts + 2 pts (fumble recovery) = 8 pts |
| Blocked kick or punt returned for TD | 6 pts + 2 pts (blocked kick) = 8 pts |
Note: In IDP (Individual Defensive Player) leagues, the specific defender who scores the defensive TD may earn personal points. This varies by league settings.
Special Scoring: 50+ Yard Touchdowns
Some leagues award bonus points for long touchdowns. This is a non-standard setting, but worth checking:
- ESPN/Yahoo custom settings: Some leagues add +1 or +2 for touchdowns of 50+ yards
- DraftKings: Does NOT offer a standard bonus for long TDs (bonuses are milestone-based by yards, not TD distance)
Check your league's scoring settings to see if a 65-yard touchdown run earns more than a 1-yard plunge.
Touchdowns in Different Contexts
Red zone TDs vs long TDs: In standard scoring, a 1-yard TD plunge and a 75-yard TD run are worth the same 6 points. The yardage points are additive, so the longer run is worth more total — but the touchdown itself is always 6 points regardless of distance.
Example: A running back scores from 75 yards out
- 75 rushing yards: 7.5 pts
- Rushing TD: 6 pts
- Total: 13.5 pts from one play
Example: A running back scores from 1 yard out
- 1 rushing yard: 0.1 pts
- Rushing TD: 6 pts
- Total: 6.1 pts from one play
The touchdown is worth the same. The yardage to get there is what differs.
Use our RB fantasy points calculator to model any rushing performance.
Position-Specific Touchdown Calculators
- QB Fantasy Points Calculator — 4-pt and 6-pt passing TD formats
- RB Fantasy Points Calculator — rushing and receiving TDs
- WR Fantasy Points Calculator — receiving TDs including PPR bonus
- TE Fantasy Points Calculator — tight end TDs with TE premium options
- Kicker Fantasy Points Calculator — PATs and field goals
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fantasy points is a touchdown in ESPN?
6 points for rushing or receiving TDs; 4 points for passing TDs. These are ESPN's defaults — your league may use custom values.
How many fantasy points is a passing touchdown in a 6-pt league?
6 points. This format is common in competitive and best-ball leagues. It makes the QB position more valuable across the board.
Does the receiver get credit for a passing touchdown?
Yes — the receiver earns 6 points (plus PPR bonus if applicable) for catching a TD pass, and the QB earns 4 points (or 6 in a 6-pt TD league) for throwing it.
How many points is a 2-point conversion worth in fantasy?
Most leagues award 2 points to the player who runs or catches the 2-point conversion. The QB who throws a 2-point pass may or may not receive points depending on your specific league settings.
Do kickers score touchdowns in fantasy football?
Kickers typically don't score offensive touchdowns in the NFL — their points come from field goals and PATs. In a rare fake field goal play where a kicker scores, they would earn 6 points in most leagues.