Mike Gesicki vs Pat Freiermuth: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Mike Gesicki finished the 2025 season at 4.4 PPG over 13 games with the Cincinnati Bengals, while Pat Freiermuth clocked in at 5.5 across 17 appearances for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A 1.1-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. Mike Gesicki had 28 catches for 307 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: Mike Gesicki is off Week 12 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.
