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Bucky Irving or George KittleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bucky Irving is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back who averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025. George Kittle is a San Francisco 49ers tight end who averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game across 11 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#19 RB
Bucky Irving
PPG
12.3
Games
10
Rush Yds
588
Rush TDs
1
Rec
30
Rec Yds
277
Bye
Week 10
TESan Francisco 49ers#3 TE
George Kittle
PPG
12.1
Games
11
Rec
57
Rec Yds
628
Rec TDs
7
Targets
69
Bye
Week 8

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bucky Irving vs George Kittle: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBucky IrvingGeorge Kittle
PPG (Half-PPR)12.312.1
Games Played1011
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)123133
Rushing Yards588-3
Rush Yds/Game58.8-0.3
Rushing TDs10
Receptions3057
Receiving Yards277628
Targets3569
Total TDs47
Age2433
Experience1 yrs8 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bucky Irving or George Kittle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Bucky Irving and George Kittle is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 and George Kittle averaged 12.1.

Should I draft Bucky Irving or George Kittle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025, and George Kittle averaged 12.1 across 11. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Bucky Irving and George Kittle average in 2025?▾

Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Bucky Irving and George Kittle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bucky Irving (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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