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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

George Kittle vs Luke MusgraveWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

George Kittle is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.1 PPG to Luke Musgrave's 4.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

George Kittle is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. George Kittle outscored Luke Musgrave by 7.3 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, George Kittle is the clear pick. Luke Musgrave profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TESan Francisco 49ers#3PPG LEADER

George Kittle

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

628

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

TEGreen Bay Packers#99

Luke Musgrave

PPG

4.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

335

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

George Kittle

Luke Musgrave

Head to Head

12.1 PPG4.8 PPG

11 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Luke Musgrave: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, George Kittle is producing at 55% of elite pace and Luke Musgrave at 22%. That ranking gap means George Kittle carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

George Kittle vs Luke Musgrave: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. George Kittle put up 12.1 fantasy points per game for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, while Luke Musgrave managed 4.8 across 14 games with the Green Bay Packers. A 7.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the tight end position.

That 7.3-point weekly advantage for George Kittle is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

George Kittle is the volume tight end in this matchup with 57 receptions for 628 yards, while Luke Musgrave profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (2 scores on 30 catches). In weeks where Luke Musgrave finds the end zone he out-scores George Kittle, but the floor gap is real.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: George Kittle sits Week 8 while Luke Musgrave is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

George Kittle is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Luke Musgrave is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: George Kittle (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Luke Musgrave (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•George Kittle outscored Luke Musgrave by a projected 124 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Luke Musgrave played 14 games in 2025 compared to George Kittle's 11. That durability gap means Luke Musgrave contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•George Kittle scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•George Kittle saw 69 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

George Kittle vs Luke Musgrave: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	George Kittle	Luke Musgrave
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	4.8
Games Played	11	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	133	67
Receptions	57	30
Rec/Game	5.2	2.1
Receiving Yards	628	335
Rec Yds/Game	57.1	23.9
Receiving TDs	7	2
Targets	69	42
Target Share/Game	6.3	3.0
Age	32	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor George Kittle at 12.1 PPG, 7.3 points per game above Luke Musgrave's 4.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start George Kittle or Luke Musgrave in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Luke Musgrave's 4.8 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 George Kittle and Luke Musgrave average in 2025?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Luke Musgrave averaged 4.8 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 7.3 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Luke Musgrave's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Luke Musgrave (GB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is George Kittle or Luke Musgrave a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

George Kittle outscored Luke Musgrave by 7.3 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.