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George Kittle or Rico DowdleWho 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. Rico Dowdle is a Carolina Panthers running back who averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game across 17 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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TESan Francisco 49ers#4 TE
George Kittle
PPG
12.8
Games
6
Rec
26
Rec Yds
337
Rec TDs
5
Targets
36
Bye
Week 8
RBCarolina Panthers
Rico Dowdle
PPG
11.6
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,076
Rush TDs
6
Rec
39
Rec Yds
297
Bye
Week 5

Detailed Stat Breakdown

George Kittle vs Rico Dowdle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGeorge KittleRico Dowdle
PPG (Half-PPR)12.811.6
Games Played617
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)77197
Rushing Yards01,076
Rush Yds/Game0.063.3
Rushing TDs06
Receptions2639
Receiving Yards337297
Targets3650
Total TDs57
Age3328
Experience9 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start George Kittle or Rico Dowdle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for George Kittle and Rico Dowdle 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 Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6.

Should I draft George Kittle or Rico Dowdle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 across 17. 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 Rico Dowdle average in 2026?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Rico Dowdle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Rico Dowdle (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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