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George Kittle vs Quentin JohnstonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start George Kittle over Quentin Johnston in 2026.

George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Quentin Johnston's 11.2, a 0.9 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at TE and WR. George Kittle is Tier 1 among tight ends, Quentin Johnston is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, George Kittle (12.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Quentin Johnston (11.2 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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TESan Francisco 49ers#3PPG LEADER

George Kittle

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

628

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

George Kittle

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

12.1 PPG11.2 PPG

11 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 1 (Elite) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

George Kittle vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

Comparing George Kittle (TE, San Francisco 49ers) against Quentin Johnston (WR, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 11 games, while Quentin Johnston posted 11.2 PPG across 13 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

George Kittle has his bye in Week 8, Quentin Johnston in Week 7. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: George Kittle (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Quentin Johnston (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•George Kittle outscored Quentin Johnston by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quentin Johnston played 13 games in 2025 compared to George Kittle's 11. That durability gap means Quentin Johnston contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Quentin Johnston saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Quentin Johnston is 8 years younger than George Kittle (24 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

George Kittle vs Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	George Kittle	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	11.2
Games Played	11	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	133	146
Receptions	57	51
Rec/Game	5.2	3.9
Receiving Yards	628	735
Rec Yds/Game	57.1	56.5
Receiving TDs	7	8
Targets	69	84
Target Share/Game	6.3	6.5
Age	32	24
Experience	8 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor George Kittle at 12.1 PPG, 0.9 points per game above Quentin Johnston's 11.2. 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 George Kittle or Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Quentin Johnston's 11.2 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 George Kittle and Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Quentin Johnston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.