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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Dallas Goedert vs Kyle Pitts

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Dallas Goedert is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Dallas Goedert edges Kyle Pitts by 0.5 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, Dallas Goedert 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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TEPhiladelphia Eagles#5PPG LEADER

Dallas Goedert

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

591

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

TEAtlanta Falcons#6

Kyle Pitts

PPG

9.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

928

Rec TDs

Targets

118

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Dallas Goedert

Kyle Pitts

Head to Head

10.3 PPG9.8 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Dallas Goedert: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #5 at the position). Kyle Pitts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #6 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, Dallas Goedert is producing at 47% of elite pace and Kyle Pitts at 45%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dallas Goedert vs Kyle Pitts: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Dallas Goedert finished the 2025 season at 10.3 PPG over 15 games with the Philadelphia Eagles, while Kyle Pitts clocked in at 9.8 across 17 appearances for the Atlanta Falcons. A 0.5-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.

Kyle Pitts is the volume tight end in this matchup with 88 receptions for 928 yards, while Dallas Goedert profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (11 scores on 60 catches). In weeks where Dallas Goedert finds the end zone he out-scores Kyle Pitts, but the floor gap is real.

One scheduling note: Dallas Goedert is off Week 9 and Kyle Pitts Week 5. 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: Dallas Goedert (age 31) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Kyle Pitts (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Dallas Goedert outscored Kyle Pitts by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Pitts played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dallas Goedert's 15. That durability gap means Kyle Pitts contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Dallas Goedert scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Kyle Pitts saw 118 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Kyle Pitts is 6 years younger than Dallas Goedert (25 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatGoedertPitts

PPG (Half-PPR)10.39.8

Games Played1517

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)155167

Receptions6088

Rec/Game4.05.2

Receiving Yards591928

Rec Yds/Game39.454.6

Receiving TDs115

Targets82118

Target Share/Game5.56.9

Age3125

Experience7 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 9Week 5

Summary

Dallas Goedert outscored Kyle Pitts by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (10.3 to 9.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dallas Goedert or Kyle Pitts in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dallas Goedert has the edge at 10.3 PPG compared to Kyle Pitts's 9.8 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 Dallas Goedert and Kyle Pitts average in 2025?▾

Dallas Goedert averaged 10.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Kyle Pitts averaged 9.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Dallas Goedert and Kyle Pitts's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dallas Goedert (PHI) has a bye in Week 9, and Kyle Pitts (ATL) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dallas Goedert or Kyle Pitts a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

Dallas Goedert outscored Kyle Pitts by 0.5 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.