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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

George Kittle or Tyreek HillWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start George Kittle over Tyreek Hill in 2026.

George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 to Tyreek Hill's 10.8, a 1.3 point per game edge. Kittle also stayed healthier, playing 11 games to 4, which steadies his weekly floor. George Kittle is Tier 1 among tight ends, Tyreek Hill is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, George Kittle (12.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tyreek Hill (10.8 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

WRMiami Dolphins#20

Tyreek Hill

PPG

10.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

265

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

George Kittle

Tyreek Hill

Head to Head

12.1 PPG10.8 PPG

11 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Tyreek Hill: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #20 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 1 (Elite) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

George Kittle vs Tyreek Hill: The Full Breakdown

Comparing George Kittle (TE, San Francisco 49ers) against Tyreek Hill (WR, Miami Dolphins) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 11 games, while Tyreek Hill posted 10.8 PPG across 4 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

George Kittle has his bye in Week 8, Tyreek Hill in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: George Kittle (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyreek Hill (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•George Kittle outscored Tyreek Hill by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•George Kittle played 11 games in 2025 compared to Tyreek Hill's 4. That durability gap means George Kittle 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 Tyreek Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	George Kittle	Tyreek Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.1	10.8
Games Played	11	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	133	43
Receptions	57	21
Rec/Game	5.2	5.3
Receiving Yards	628	265
Rec Yds/Game	57.1	66.3
Receiving TDs	7	1
Targets	69	29
Target Share/Game	6.3	7.3
Age	32	32
Experience	8 yrs	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

12.1 PPG for George Kittle versus 10.8 for Tyreek Hill in 2025. The baseline favors George Kittle, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start George Kittle or Tyreek Hill in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Tyreek Hill's 10.8 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.

Should I draft George Kittle or Tyreek Hill in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh George Kittle's 12.1 fantasy points per game against Tyreek Hill's 10.8 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did George Kittle and Tyreek Hill average in 2025?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Tyreek Hill averaged 10.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Tyreek Hill's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyreek Hill (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.