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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Pitts vs Travis KelceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Pitts is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.8 PPG to Travis Kelce's 9.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Pitts is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kyle Pitts edges Travis Kelce by 0.7 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, Kyle Pitts 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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TEAtlanta Falcons#6PPG LEADER

Kyle Pitts

PPG

9.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

928

Rec TDs

Targets

118

Bye

Week 11

TEKansas City Chiefs#10

Travis Kelce

PPG

9.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

851

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Kyle Pitts

Travis Kelce

Head to Head

9.8 PPG9.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Pitts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #6 at the position). Travis Kelce: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #10 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Kyle Pitts is producing at 45% of elite pace and Travis Kelce at 41%. That ranking gap means Kyle Pitts carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Pitts vs Travis Kelce: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kyle Pitts finished the 2025 season at 9.8 PPG over 17 games with the Atlanta Falcons, while Travis Kelce clocked in at 9.1 across 17 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.7-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Kyle Pitts had 88 catches for 928 yards; Travis Kelce posted 76 for 851. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.

One scheduling note: Kyle Pitts is off Week 11 and Travis Kelce Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Kyle Pitts (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Travis Kelce (age 36) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Pitts outscored Travis Kelce by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Pitts scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Kyle Pitts saw 118 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Kyle Pitts is 11 years younger than Travis Kelce (25 vs 36), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Pitts vs Travis Kelce: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Pitts	Travis Kelce
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.8	9.1
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	167	155
Receptions	88	76
Rec/Game	5.2	4.5
Receiving Yards	928	851
Rec Yds/Game	54.6	50.1
Receiving TDs	5	5
Targets	118	108
Target Share/Game	6.9	6.4
Age	25	36
Experience	4 yrs	12 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyle Pitts holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.8 points per game. Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 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 Kyle Pitts or Travis Kelce in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Pitts has the edge at 9.8 PPG compared to Travis Kelce's 9.1 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 Kyle Pitts and Travis Kelce average in 2025?▾

Kyle Pitts averaged 9.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Kyle Pitts and Travis Kelce's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Pitts (ATL) has a bye in Week 11, and Travis Kelce (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Pitts or Travis Kelce a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Kyle Pitts outscored Travis Kelce by 0.7 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.