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Cole Kmet or George KittleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Heads up: Cole Kmet is listed out (knee) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.

Cole Kmet is a Chicago Bears tight end who averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026. George Kittle is a San Francisco 49ers tight end who averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. 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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TEChicago Bears
Cole Kmet
PPG
4.0
Games
16
Rec
30
Rec Yds
347
Rec TDs
2
Targets
48
Bye
Week 7
TESan Francisco 49ers#4 TE
George Kittle
PPG
12.8
Games
6
Rec
26
Rec Yds
337
Rec TDs
5
Targets
36
Bye
Week 8

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cole Kmet vs George Kittle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatCole KmetGeorge Kittle
PPG (Half-PPR)4.012.8
Games Played166
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)6477
Receptions3026
Rec/Game1.94.3
Receiving Yards347337
Rec Yds/Game21.756.2
Receiving TDs25
Targets4836
Target Share/Game3.06.0
Age2733
Experience6 yrs9 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cole Kmet or George Kittle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Cole Kmet 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, Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and George Kittle averaged 12.8.

Should I draft Cole Kmet or George Kittle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2026, and George Kittle averaged 12.8 across 6. 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 Cole Kmet and George Kittle average in 2026?▾

Cole Kmet averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2026. George Kittle averaged 12.8 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 8.8 points per game.

When are Cole Kmet and George Kittle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

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