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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Chig Okonkwo vs George Kittle

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

George Kittle is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. George Kittle outscored Chig Okonkwo by 6.5 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, George Kittle is the clear pick. Chig Okonkwo profiles as a matchup-dependent tight end who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TETennessee Titans#31
Chig Okonkwo
PPG
5.6
Games
17
Rec
56
Rec Yds
560
Rec TDs
2
Targets
79
Bye
Week 10
TESan Francisco 49ers#3PPG LEADER
George Kittle
PPG
12.1
Games
11
Rec
57
Rec Yds
628
Rec TDs
7
Targets
69
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Chig Okonkwo
George Kittle

Head to Head

5.6 PPG12.1 PPG
17 GP11 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Chig Okonkwo: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #31 at the position). George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Chig Okonkwo is producing at 25% of elite pace and George Kittle at 55%. That ranking gap means George Kittle carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chig Okonkwo vs George Kittle: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two tight ends. George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers) averaged 12.1 PPG over 11 games in 2025, outscoring Chig Okonkwo (Tennessee Titans, 5.6 PPG) by 6.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.5-point weekly advantage for George Kittle is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Chig Okonkwo had 56 catches for 560 yards; George Kittle posted 57 for 628. 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: Chig Okonkwo is off Week 10 and George Kittle Week 14. 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

George Kittle is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Chig Okonkwo is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chig Okonkwo (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. George Kittle (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • George Kittle outscored Chig Okonkwo by a projected 111 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Chig Okonkwo played 17 games in 2025 compared to George Kittle's 11. That durability gap means Chig Okonkwo contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • George Kittle scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
  • Chig Okonkwo saw 79 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
  • Chig Okonkwo is 6 years younger than George Kittle (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatOkonkwoKittle
PPG (Half-PPR)5.612.1
Games Played1711
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)95133
Receptions5657
Rec/Game3.35.2
Receiving Yards560628
Rec Yds/Game32.957.1
Receiving TDs27
Targets7969
Target Share/Game4.66.3
Age2632
Experience3 yrs8 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor George Kittle at 12.1 PPG, 6.5 points per game above Chig Okonkwo's 5.6. 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 Chig Okonkwo or George Kittle in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Chig Okonkwo's 5.6 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 Chig Okonkwo and George Kittle average in 2025?

Chig Okonkwo averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. George Kittle averaged 12.1 PPG over 11 games. That is a difference of 6.5 points per game.

When are Chig Okonkwo and George Kittle's bye weeks in 2026?

Chig Okonkwo (TEN) has a bye in Week 10, and George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chig Okonkwo or George Kittle a better fantasy tight end in 2026?

George Kittle outscored Chig Okonkwo by 6.5 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.

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