Dalton Kincaid vs Pat Freiermuth: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Dalton Kincaid and Pat Freiermuth is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Buffalo Bills tight end put up 8.9 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Pat Freiermuth of the Pittsburgh Steelers averaged 5.5 in 17. A 3.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 3.4 points favors Dalton Kincaid, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Dalton Kincaid had 39 catches for 571 yards; Pat Freiermuth posted 41 for 486. 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: Dalton Kincaid is off Week 12 and Pat Freiermuth Week 9. 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.
