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Luke Musgrave vs Noah FantWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Luke Musgrave is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 4.8 PPG to Noah Fant's 4.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Luke Musgrave is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Luke Musgrave edges Noah Fant by 0.4 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, Luke Musgrave 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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TEGreen Bay Packers#99PPG LEADER
Luke Musgrave
PPG
4.8
Games
14
Rec
30
Rec Yds
335
Rec TDs
2
Targets
42
Bye
Week 10
TECincinnati Bengals#39
Noah Fant
PPG
4.4
Games
13
Rec
34
Rec Yds
288
Rec TDs
3
Targets
41
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Luke Musgrave
Noah Fant

Head to Head

4.8 PPG4.4 PPG
14 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Luke Musgrave: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 at the position). Noah Fant: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Luke Musgrave is producing at 22% of elite pace and Noah Fant at 20%. That ranking gap means Noah Fant carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Luke Musgrave vs Noah Fant: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Luke Musgrave and Noah Fant is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those tight end decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Luke Musgrave averaged 4.8 PPG with the Green Bay Packers across 14 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. Luke Musgrave had 30 catches for 335 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.

Luke Musgrave has his bye in Week 10, 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: Luke Musgrave (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Noah Fant (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Luke Musgrave outscored Noah Fant by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Luke Musgrave played 14 games in 2025 compared to Noah Fant's 13. That durability gap means Luke Musgrave 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.
  • Luke Musgrave saw 42 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Luke Musgrave vs Noah Fant: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatLuke MusgraveNoah Fant
PPG (Half-PPR)4.84.4
Games Played1413
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)6757
Receptions3034
Rec/Game2.12.6
Receiving Yards335288
Rec Yds/Game23.922.2
Receiving TDs23
Targets4241
Target Share/Game3.03.2
Age-28
Experience-6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Luke Musgrave holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 4.8 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 Luke Musgrave or Noah Fant in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Luke Musgrave has the edge at 4.8 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 Luke Musgrave and Noah Fant average in 2025?

Luke Musgrave averaged 4.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Noah Fant averaged 4.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Luke Musgrave and Noah Fant's bye weeks in 2026?

Luke Musgrave (GB) has a bye in Week 10, and Noah Fant (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Luke Musgrave or Noah Fant a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

Luke Musgrave outscored Noah Fant by 0.4 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.