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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gunnar Helm vs Noah FantWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Gunnar Helm is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 4.4 PPG to Noah Fant's 4.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Gunnar Helm is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Gunnar Helm edges Noah Fant by 0.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Gunnar Helm goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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TETennessee Titans#40PPG LEADER

Gunnar Helm

PPG

4.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

357

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TECincinnati Bengals#39

Noah Fant

PPG

4.4

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Gunnar Helm

Noah Fant

Head to Head

4.4 PPG4.4 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Gunnar Helm: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #40 at the position). Noah Fant: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Gunnar Helm is producing at 20% of elite pace and Noah Fant at 20%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Gunnar Helm vs Noah Fant: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Gunnar Helm and Noah Fant is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.0 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Gunnar Helm averaged 4.4 PPG with the Tennessee Titans across 16 games, and Noah Fant posted 4.4 with the Cincinnati Bengals in 13.

When two tight ends are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Gunnar Helm had 44 catches for 357 yards; Noah Fant posted 34 for 288. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

Gunnar Helm has his bye in Week 9, and Noah Fant rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at tight end for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Gunnar Helm (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Noah Fant (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Gunnar Helm outscored Noah Fant by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Gunnar Helm played 16 games in 2025 compared to Noah Fant's 13. That durability gap means Gunnar Helm contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Noah Fant scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Gunnar Helm saw 55 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Gunnar Helm is 5 years younger than Noah Fant (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gunnar Helm vs Noah Fant: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gunnar Helm	Noah Fant
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.4	4.4
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	57
Receptions	44	34
Rec/Game	2.8	2.6
Receiving Yards	357	288
Rec Yds/Game	22.3	22.2
Receiving TDs	2	3
Targets	55	41
Target Share/Game	3.4	3.2
Age	23	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Gunnar Helm holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 4.4 points per game. Noah Fant averaged 4.4 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gunnar Helm or Noah Fant in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Gunnar Helm has the edge at 4.4 PPG compared to Noah Fant's 4.4 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 Gunnar Helm and Noah Fant average in 2025?▾

Gunnar Helm averaged 4.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Noah Fant averaged 4.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Gunnar Helm and Noah Fant's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gunnar Helm (TEN) has a bye in Week 9, and Noah Fant (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gunnar Helm or Noah Fant a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Gunnar Helm outscored Noah Fant by 0.0 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.