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Updated from live statsMike Gesicki or Tyquan ThorntonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Tyquan Thornton is listed out (ankle) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Mike Gesicki is a Cincinnati Bengals tight end who averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026. Tyquan Thornton is a Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver who averaged 9.9 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 | Mike Gesicki | Tyquan Thornton |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 11.5 | 9.9 |
| Games Played | 4 | 4 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 46 | 40 |
| Receptions | 12 | 11 |
| Rec/Game | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Receiving Yards | 159 | 219 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 39.8 | 54.8 |
| Receiving TDs | 4 | 2 |
| Targets | 17 | 15 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.3 | 3.8 |
| Age | 31 | 26 |
| Experience | 8 yrs | 4 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Mike Gesicki or Tyquan Thornton in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Mike Gesicki and Tyquan Thornton is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Tyquan Thornton averaged 9.9.
Should I draft Mike Gesicki or Tyquan Thornton in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game across 4 games in 2026, and Tyquan Thornton averaged 9.9 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 Mike Gesicki and Tyquan Thornton average in 2026?▾
Mike Gesicki averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2026. Tyquan Thornton averaged 9.9 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.
When are Mike Gesicki and Tyquan Thornton's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Mike Gesicki (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyquan Thornton (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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