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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Dawson Knox vs Noah FantWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Dawson Knox over Noah Fant in 2026.

Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 PPG in 2025 to Noah Fant's 4.4, a 1.0 point per game edge. Knox also stayed healthier, playing 16 games to 13, 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 Noah Fant are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-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#39

Noah Fant

PPG

4.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dawson Knox

Noah Fant

Head to Head

5.4 PPG4.4 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dawson Knox: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #33 at the position). Noah Fant: Tier 4 (Deep League) TE (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dawson Knox is producing at 25% of elite pace and Noah Fant at 20%. That ranking gap means Dawson Knox carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dawson Knox vs Noah Fant: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Dawson Knox finished the 2025 season at 5.4 PPG over 16 games with the Buffalo Bills, while Noah Fant clocked in at 4.4 across 13 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 1.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dawson Knox had 36 catches for 417 yards; Noah Fant posted 34 for 288. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

One scheduling note: Dawson Knox is off Week 7 and Noah Fant Week 6. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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. Noah Fant (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dawson Knox outscored Noah Fant by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dawson Knox played 16 games in 2025 compared to Noah Fant's 13. 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 Noah Fant: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dawson Knox	Noah Fant
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	4.4
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	57
Receptions	36	34
Rec/Game	2.3	2.6
Receiving Yards	417	288
Rec Yds/Game	26.1	22.2
Receiving TDs	4	3
Targets	49	41
Target Share/Game	3.1	3.2
Age	29	28
Experience	6 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Dawson Knox at 5.4 PPG, 1.0 points per game above Noah Fant's 4.4. 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 Noah Fant in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dawson Knox has the edge at 5.4 PPG compared to Noah Fant's 4.4 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 Noah Fant average in 2025?▾

Dawson Knox averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Noah Fant averaged 4.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Dawson Knox and Noah Fant's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Dawson Knox or Noah Fant a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dawson Knox outscored Noah Fant by 1.0 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.