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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Mark Andrews vs Pat FreiermuthWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Mark Andrews is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Mark Andrews is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Mark Andrews and Pat Freiermuth are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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TEBaltimore Ravens#27PPG LEADER

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

TEPittsburgh Steelers#28

Pat Freiermuth

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Mark Andrews

Pat Freiermuth

Head to Head

6.3 PPG6.2 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Mark Andrews is producing at 29% of elite pace and Pat Freiermuth at 28%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Mark Andrews vs Pat Freiermuth: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Mark Andrews finished the 2025 season at 6.3 PPG over 17 games with the Baltimore Ravens, while Pat Freiermuth clocked in at 6.2 across 15 appearances for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A 0.1-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. Mark Andrews had 48 catches for 422 yards; Pat Freiermuth posted 41 for 486. 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: Mark Andrews is off Week 13 and Pat Freiermuth Week 9. 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: Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Mark Andrews outscored Pat Freiermuth by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews played 17 games in 2025 compared to Pat Freiermuth's 15. That durability gap means Mark Andrews contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Mark Andrews scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Mark Andrews saw 70 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Mark Andrews vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Mark Andrews	Pat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	6.2
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	107	93
Receptions	48	41
Rec/Game	2.8	2.7
Receiving Yards	422	486
Rec Yds/Game	24.8	32.4
Receiving TDs	5	4
Targets	70	54
Target Share/Game	4.1	3.6
Age	30	27
Experience	7 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Mark Andrews at 6.3 PPG, 0.1 points per game above Pat Freiermuth's 6.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Mark Andrews or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Mark Andrews has the edge at 6.3 PPG compared to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 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 Mark Andrews and Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?▾

Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Mark Andrews and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Mark Andrews or Pat Freiermuth a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Mark Andrews outscored Pat Freiermuth by 0.1 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.