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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Dawson Knox vs Mike GesickiWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Dawson Knox over Mike Gesicki in 2026.

Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 PPG in 2025 to Mike Gesicki's 4.7, a 0.7 point per game edge. Knox also stayed healthier, playing 16 games to 12, which steadies his weekly floor. Both land in Tier 4 at the position, so this is closer than the raw gap suggests.

The Bottom Line

Statistically, Dawson Knox and Mike Gesicki are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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TEBuffalo Bills#33PPG LEADER

Dawson Knox

PPG

5.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

417

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

TECincinnati Bengals#36

Mike Gesicki

PPG

4.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

307

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dawson Knox

Mike Gesicki

Head to Head

5.4 PPG4.7 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dawson Knox: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #33 at the position). Mike Gesicki: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #36 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dawson Knox is producing at 25% of elite pace and Mike Gesicki at 21%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dawson Knox vs Mike Gesicki: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Dawson Knox and Mike Gesicki is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.7 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 PPG with the Buffalo Bills across 16 games, and Mike Gesicki posted 4.7 with the Cincinnati Bengals in 12.

When two tight ends are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dawson Knox had 36 catches for 417 yards; Mike Gesicki posted 28 for 307. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Dawson Knox has his bye in Week 7, and Mike Gesicki rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at tight end for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Dawson Knox (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Mike Gesicki (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Dawson Knox outscored Mike Gesicki by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dawson Knox played 16 games in 2025 compared to Mike Gesicki's 12. That durability gap means Dawson Knox contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dawson Knox scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Dawson Knox saw 49 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dawson Knox vs Mike Gesicki: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dawson Knox	Mike Gesicki
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	4.7
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	56
Receptions	36	28
Rec/Game	2.3	2.3
Receiving Yards	417	307
Rec Yds/Game	26.1	25.6
Receiving TDs	4	2
Targets	49	42
Target Share/Game	3.1	3.5
Age	29	30
Experience	6 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Dawson Knox at 5.4 PPG, 0.7 points per game above Mike Gesicki's 4.7. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dawson Knox or Mike Gesicki in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dawson Knox has the edge at 5.4 PPG compared to Mike Gesicki's 4.7 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Dawson Knox and Mike Gesicki average in 2025?▾

Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Mike Gesicki averaged 4.7 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Dawson Knox and Mike Gesicki's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dawson Knox (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Mike Gesicki (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dawson Knox or Mike Gesicki a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dawson Knox outscored Mike Gesicki by 0.7 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.