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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

George Kittle vs Greg Dulcich

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 Greg Dulcich by 6.6 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, George Kittle is the clear pick. Greg Dulcich 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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TESan Francisco 49ers#3PPG LEADER

George Kittle

PPG

12.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

628

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

TEMiami Dolphins#32

Greg Dulcich

PPG

5.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

335

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

George Kittle

Greg Dulcich

Head to Head

12.1 PPG5.5 PPG

11 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Greg Dulcich: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #32 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, George Kittle is producing at 55% of elite pace and Greg Dulcich at 25%. That ranking gap means George Kittle carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

George Kittle vs Greg Dulcich: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. George Kittle put up 12.1 fantasy points per game for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, while Greg Dulcich managed 5.5 across 9 games with the Miami Dolphins. A 6.6-point weekly edge is substantial at the tight end position.

The per-game difference of 6.6 points favors George Kittle, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.

George Kittle is the volume tight end in this matchup with 57 receptions for 628 yards, while Greg Dulcich profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (1 scores on 26 catches). In weeks where Greg Dulcich finds the end zone he out-scores George Kittle, but the floor gap is real.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: George Kittle sits Week 14 while Greg Dulcich is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

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

Did You Know?

•George Kittle outscored Greg Dulcich by a projected 112 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•George Kittle played 11 games in 2025 compared to Greg Dulcich's 9. That durability gap means George Kittle 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.
•George Kittle saw 69 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Greg Dulcich is 6 years younger than George Kittle (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatKittleDulcich

PPG (Half-PPR)12.15.5

Games Played119

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)13350

Receptions5726

Rec/Game5.22.9

Receiving Yards628335

Rec Yds/Game57.137.2

Receiving TDs71

Targets6933

Target Share/Game6.33.7

Age3226

Experience8 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 12

Summary

12.1 PPG for George Kittle versus 5.5 for Greg Dulcich in 2025. The baseline favors George Kittle, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start George Kittle or Greg Dulcich in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Greg Dulcich's 5.5 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 George Kittle and Greg Dulcich average in 2025?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Greg Dulcich averaged 5.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 6.6 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Greg Dulcich's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Greg Dulcich (MIA) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is George Kittle or Greg Dulcich a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

George Kittle outscored Greg Dulcich by 6.6 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.