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Updated from live statsJa'Tavion Sanders or Mike GesickiWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Ja'Tavion Sanders is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026. Mike Gesicki is a Cincinnati Bengals tight end who averaged 11.5 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 | Ja'Tavion Sanders | Mike Gesicki |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 4.2 | 11.5 |
| Games Played | 14 | 4 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 59 | 46 |
| Receptions | 32 | 12 |
| Rec/Game | 2.3 | 3.0 |
| Receiving Yards | 308 | 159 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 22.0 | 39.8 |
| Receiving TDs | 1 | 4 |
| Targets | 45 | 17 |
| Target Share/Game | 3.2 | 4.3 |
| Age | - | 31 |
| Experience | - | 8 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 11 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Ja'Tavion Sanders or Mike Gesicki in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Ja'Tavion Sanders and Mike Gesicki is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5.
Should I draft Ja'Tavion Sanders or Mike Gesicki in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026, and Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders and Mike Gesicki average in 2026?▾
Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2026. Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 7.3 points per game.
When are Ja'Tavion Sanders and Mike Gesicki's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Ja'Tavion Sanders (CAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Mike Gesicki (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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