George Kittle vs Gunnar Helm: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two tight ends. George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers) averaged 12.1 PPG over 11 games in 2025, outscoring Gunnar Helm (Tennessee Titans, 4.4 PPG) by 7.7 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
The per-game difference of 7.7 points favors George Kittle, 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. George Kittle had 57 catches for 628 yards; Gunnar Helm posted 44 for 357. 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: George Kittle is off Week 9 and Gunnar Helm Week 5. 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.
