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Updated from live statsGeorge Kittle or Nico CollinsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
George Kittle is a San Francisco 49ers tight end who averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Nico Collins is a Houston Texans wide receiver who averaged 15.6 fantasy points per game across 4 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | George Kittle | Nico Collins |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 12.8 | 15.6 |
| Games Played | 6 | 4 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 77 | 62 |
| Receptions | 26 | 22 |
| Rec/Game | 4.3 | 5.5 |
| Receiving Yards | 337 | 323 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 56.2 | 80.8 |
| Receiving TDs | 5 | 3 |
| Targets | 36 | 30 |
| Target Share/Game | 6.0 | 7.5 |
| Age | 33 | 27 |
| Experience | 9 yrs | 5 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 8 | Week 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start George Kittle or Nico Collins in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for George Kittle and Nico Collins is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, George Kittle averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Nico Collins averaged 15.6.
Should I draft George Kittle or Nico Collins in 2026 fantasy football?▾
George Kittle averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Nico Collins averaged 15.6 across 4. 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 George Kittle and Nico Collins average in 2026?▾
George Kittle averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Nico Collins averaged 15.6 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.
Do George Kittle and Nico Collins share a bye week?▾
Yes, both George Kittle and Nico Collins share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.
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