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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Mike Gesicki vs Noah GrayWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mike Gesicki is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 4.7 PPG to Noah Gray's 4.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mike Gesicki is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Mike Gesicki edges Noah Gray by 0.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Mike Gesicki goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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TECincinnati Bengals#36PPG LEADER

Mike Gesicki

PPG

4.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

307

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

TEKansas City Chiefs#99

Noah Gray

PPG

4.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

385

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Mike Gesicki

Noah Gray

Head to Head

4.7 PPG4.6 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Mike Gesicki: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #36 at the position). Noah Gray: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mike Gesicki is producing at 21% of elite pace and Noah Gray at 21%. That ranking gap means Mike Gesicki carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Mike Gesicki vs Noah Gray: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Mike Gesicki and Noah Gray is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Mike Gesicki averaged 4.7 PPG with the Cincinnati Bengals across 12 games, and Noah Gray posted 4.6 with the Kansas City Chiefs in 17.

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. Mike Gesicki had 28 catches for 307 yards; Noah Gray posted 38 for 385. 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 thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at tight end for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Mike Gesicki (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Noah Gray (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Mike Gesicki outscored Noah Gray by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Noah Gray played 17 games in 2025 compared to Mike Gesicki's 12. That durability gap means Noah Gray contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mike Gesicki scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Noah Gray saw 50 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mike Gesicki vs Noah Gray: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mike Gesicki	Noah Gray
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	4.6
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	56	78
Receptions	28	38
Rec/Game	2.3	2.2
Receiving Yards	307	385
Rec Yds/Game	25.6	22.6
Receiving TDs	2	2
Targets	42	50
Target Share/Game	3.5	2.9
Age	30	-
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Mike Gesicki outscored Noah Gray by 0.1 PPG in 2025 (4.7 to 4.6). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mike Gesicki or Noah Gray in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mike Gesicki has the edge at 4.7 PPG compared to Noah Gray's 4.6 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 Mike Gesicki and Noah Gray average in 2025?▾

Mike Gesicki averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Noah Gray averaged 4.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

Do Mike Gesicki and Noah Gray share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Mike Gesicki and Noah Gray share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.

Is Mike Gesicki or Noah Gray a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Mike Gesicki outscored Noah Gray by 0.1 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.