Best Average Placement TFT Team Compositions

This table ranks TFT team compositions by their average placement finish, showing which comps consistently achieve top placements. Top 8-champion Set 16 compositions: Bruiser (81.5% WR, 2.9 avg), Juggernaut (80.6% WR, 3.0 avg), Caretaker (78.7% WR, 3.2 avg). Bruiser/Defender leads with 81.51% win rate and 2.91 average placement. Juggernaut follows at 80.58% win rate. Analyzing 45 8-comp compositions with real-time performance statistics.

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Primary	Champions	Builds	Traits	Avg	Win	First	Pick
Noxus	★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★★ Darius ★★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc ★★ Swain Kindred	★★★ ★★★	Noxus (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Quickstriker (2)Arcanist (2)Eternal (1)	2.91 Avg Place	81.51% Win Rate	27.17% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Warden Juggernaut	★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Loris ★★ Loris ★★ Malzahar ★★ Malzahar ★★ Nautilus ★★ Nautilus ★★ Seraphine	★★ ★★	Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Void (2)Warden (2)	2.99 Avg Place	80.58% Win Rate	25.24% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Defender Piltover	★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★★ Vi ★★ Loris ★★ Nidalee ★★ Swain ★★ Taric	★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)Targon (1)	3.21 Avg Place	78.75% Win Rate	18.01% First Place	0.35% Pick Rate	View
Targon	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★★ Leona ★★★ Malzahar ★★★ Zoe ★★ Seraphine ★★ Taric	★★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Void (2)Targon (1)	3.28 Avg Place	73.68% Win Rate	21.06% First Place	1.26% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★ ★★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Gunslinger (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)Soulbound (1)	3.36 Avg Place	73.22% Win Rate	17.83% First Place	0.62% Pick Rate	View
Defender Piltover	★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Loris ★★ Nidalee ★★ Swain	★★★ ★★	Defender (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Warden (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)Targon (1)	3.38 Avg Place	78.14% Win Rate	11.11% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.55 Avg Place	71.97% Win Rate	12.88% First Place	0.12% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.55 Avg Place	70.95% Win Rate	13.18% First Place	0.34% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.56 Avg Place	68.42% Win Rate	13.88% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Freljord	★★ Anivia ★★ Ashe ★★ Tryndamere ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra Ornn Volibear		Freljord (7)Invoker (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)	3.62 Avg Place	64.98% Win Rate	16.97% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★★ Dr. Mundo ★★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick Volibear	★★ ★★★	Zaun (7)Bruiser (2)Juggernaut (2)	3.66 Avg Place	74.43% Win Rate	7.77% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Ionia	★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Yasuo ★★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone Sett	★★ ★★★	Ionia (7)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)The Boss (1)	3.80 Avg Place	64.76% Win Rate	14.69% First Place	0.73% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum Miss Fortune ★★ Warwick	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Gunslinger (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)	3.96 Avg Place	61.74% Win Rate	9.47% First Place	0.15% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)Soulbound (1)	4.04 Avg Place	60.00% Win Rate	8.27% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	4.18 Avg Place	56.19% Win Rate	10.88% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Taric ★★ Warwick	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)Targon (1)	4.19 Avg Place	54.95% Win Rate	12.05% First Place	0.11% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc ★★ Ambessa ★★ Swain Mel	★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	4.37 Avg Place	54.40% Win Rate	5.09% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	4.39 Avg Place	54.31% Win Rate	8.29% First Place	0.12% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Miss Fortune ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)	4.40 Avg Place	52.32% Win Rate	4.04% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick Kindred	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Juggernaut (2)Quickstriker (2)Eternal (1)	4.43 Avg Place	54.23% Win Rate	6.72% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Invoker	★★ Anivia ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra Ornn Volibear Zilean	★★ ★★	Freljord (5)Invoker (4)Bruiser (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Chronokeeper (1)	4.48 Avg Place	49.24% Win Rate	9.85% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick ★★ Wukong	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Bruiser (2)Juggernaut (2)	4.49 Avg Place	54.42% Win Rate	3.82% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (4)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)	4.53 Avg Place	50.34% Win Rate	4.04% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Seraphine ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	4.64 Avg Place	49.94% Win Rate	2.74% First Place	0.15% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	4.65 Avg Place	46.24% Win Rate	7.03% First Place	0.43% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	4.71 Avg Place	44.84% Win Rate	9.27% First Place	0.16% Pick Rate	View
Ionia	★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Yasuo ★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone	★★ ★★	Ionia (7)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)	4.88 Avg Place	40.70% Win Rate	3.49% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.00 Avg Place	40.25% Win Rate	5.20% First Place	0.35% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc Swain	★★★ ★★	Noxus (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Arcanist (2)	5.02 Avg Place	41.01% Win Rate	2.85% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)	5.12 Avg Place	35.93% Win Rate	5.69% First Place	1.05% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista Ornn Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)Blacksmith (1)	5.16 Avg Place	37.36% Win Rate	4.02% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)	5.18 Avg Place	37.12% Win Rate	3.35% First Place	0.24% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Ornn Thresh	★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Blacksmith (1)	5.19 Avg Place	34.12% Win Rate	3.62% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc Swain	★★★ ★★	Noxus (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Arcanist (2)	5.21 Avg Place	35.57% Win Rate	2.16% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	5.28 Avg Place	34.04% Win Rate	2.33% First Place	0.18% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista Thresh	★★ ★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)	5.30 Avg Place	34.27% Win Rate	3.04% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.38 Avg Place	29.21% Win Rate	3.98% First Place	0.18% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★ Teemo ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.39 Avg Place	30.99% Win Rate	5.00% First Place	1.00% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc Ambessa Swain	★★ ★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	5.46 Avg Place	28.91% Win Rate	2.07% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc Ambessa Swain	★★ ★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	5.56 Avg Place	28.21% Win Rate	1.40% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Bilgewater	★★ Illaoi ★★ Graves ★★ Twisted Fate ★★ Gangplank ★★ Nautilus ★★ Fizz ★★ Miss Fortune Tahm Kench	-	Bilgewater (7)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Glutton (1)	5.68 Avg Place	25.36% Win Rate	1.83% First Place	0.35% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald Volibear	★★ ★★	Void (6)Bruiser (2)Longshot (2)Assimilator (1)	5.69 Avg Place	25.55% Win Rate	1.87% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Thresh	★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	5.81 Avg Place	23.26% Win Rate	0.60% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald Swain	★★	Void (6)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)Assimilator (1)	5.87 Avg Place	21.79% Win Rate	0.65% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Demacia Longshot	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Poppy ★★ Vayne Garen ★★ Kai'Sa Swain ★★ Taric	★★	Demacia (3)Longshot (3)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Arcanist (2)Void (2)Assimilator (1)Targon (1)	5.88 Avg Place	23.36% Win Rate	4.01% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View

TFT Set 16 Meta Analysis

This page displays 45 team compositions sorted by average placement to find the most consistent compositions for reliable top 4 finishes, based on 54.4K games analyzed from ranked matches. The current meta shows an average win rate of 49.6% and average placement of 4.54 across all tracked compositions.

Top Performing Compositions

The highest win rate composition is Bruiser/Defender with LeBlanc as the primary carry, achieving a 81.5% win rate. Following closely is Juggernaut/Disruptor at 80.6% win rate, and Caretaker/Defender at 78.7%. These compositions represent the strongest options in the current meta for players looking to maximize their LP gains.

Playstyle Breakdown

Understanding how each composition plays helps you choose the right one for your game state:

Bruiser/Defender (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around LeBlanc
Juggernaut/Disruptor (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Seraphine
Caretaker/Defender (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Nidalee

Hidden Gems - Uncontested Picks

These compositions have above-average win rates but low pick rates, making them excellent choices when your primary composition is contested:

Bruiser/Defender: 81.5% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Juggernaut/Disruptor: 80.6% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Caretaker/Defender: 78.7% win rate with only 0.3% pick rate

Meta Contestation

The most popular composition is Defender/Disruptor with a 1.3% pick rate, and it maintains a strong 73.7% win rate despite high contestation. Defender/Yordle follows at 1.0% pick rate. When multiple players contest the same composition, consider pivoting to less popular alternatives to improve your odds.

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TFT Team Comps - Set 16 FAQ

What is the best TFT comp in TFT Set 16?

The best TFT comp in TFT Set 16 is Bruiser/Defender with LeBlanc as the primary carry, achieving a 81.5% win rate and 2.91 average placement. This composition is effective for climbing ranked and consistently places in top 4.

How do I play the Bruiser/Defender comp?

To play Bruiser/Defender, focus on building around LeBlanc as your main carry. Look for LeBlanc and supporting units early, prioritize items that synergize with your carry, and aim to hit your power spike by level 7-8. This comp has a 0.1% pick rate, making it a relatively uncontested option.

What comps are good for climbing in TFT Set 16?

For consistent LP gains in TFT Set 16, Bruiser/Defender offers the best average placement at 2.91. Other reliable options include Juggernaut/Disruptor (2.99 avg) and Caretaker/Defender (3.21 avg). Consistent comps minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing.

What is the easiest TFT comp to play?

Bruiser/Defender is a great option for players looking for an easier climb. With a 81.5% win rate but only 0.1% pick rate, you're unlikely to be contested, making the game easier to navigate. Low contestation means you can naturally find your units without having to force pivots.

When should I force a comp vs flex in TFT Set 16?

In TFT Set 16, Defender/Disruptor has a 1.3% pick rate, meaning it's heavily contested. If you see others going for it, consider flexing into alternatives like Bruiser/Defender. Force a comp when you hit early units and items, or when it's uncontested. Flex when you see 2+ players competing for the same units.

What is the most consistent TFT comp in TFT Set 16?

Bruiser/Defender has the best average placement at 2.91, making it the most consistent comp for climbing. Juggernaut/Disruptor follows at 2.99, and Caretaker/Defender at 3.21. Lower average placement means fewer bottom 4 finishes.

Is average placement better than win rate for climbing?

For consistent LP gains, average placement is often more reliable than pure win rate. A comp like Bruiser/Defender with 2.91 average placement minimizes big LP losses from bottom 4 finishes. High variance comps might win more lobbies but also 8th more often. For climbing, consistency usually beats coinflip strategies.