Dawson Knox vs Noah Fant: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Dawson Knox finished the 2025 season at 5.0 PPG over 17 games with the Buffalo Bills, while Noah Fant clocked in at 3.9 across 15 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. A 1.1-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.
Both share a Week 12 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.
