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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

George Kittle vs Mark Andrews

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 Mark Andrews by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, George Kittle is the clear pick. Mark Andrews 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

TEBaltimore Ravens#27

Mark Andrews

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

422

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

George Kittle

Mark Andrews

Head to Head

12.1 PPG6.3 PPG

11 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

George Kittle: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #3 at the position). Mark Andrews: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 30 tight ends this season, George Kittle is producing at 55% of elite pace and Mark Andrews at 29%. That ranking gap means George Kittle carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

George Kittle vs Mark Andrews: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between George Kittle and Mark Andrews is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The San Francisco 49ers tight end put up 12.1 PPG in 2025 over 11 games; Mark Andrews of the Baltimore Ravens averaged 6.3 in 17. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 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.

Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. George Kittle had 57 catches for 628 yards; Mark Andrews posted 48 for 422. 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: George Kittle is off Week 14 and Mark Andrews Week 7. 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. Mark Andrews 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. Mark Andrews (age 30) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•George Kittle outscored Mark Andrews by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Mark Andrews played 17 games in 2025 compared to George Kittle's 11. That durability gap means Mark Andrews 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.
•Mark Andrews saw 70 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatKittleAndrews

PPG (Half-PPR)12.16.3

Games Played1117

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)133107

Receptions5748

Rec/Game5.22.8

Receiving Yards628422

Rec Yds/Game57.124.8

Receiving TDs75

Targets6970

Target Share/Game6.34.1

Age3230

Experience8 yrs7 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 7

Summary

12.1 PPG for George Kittle versus 6.3 for Mark Andrews 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 Mark Andrews in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, George Kittle has the edge at 12.1 PPG compared to Mark Andrews's 6.3 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 Mark Andrews average in 2025?▾

George Kittle averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Mark Andrews averaged 6.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are George Kittle and Mark Andrews's bye weeks in 2026?▾

George Kittle (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Mark Andrews (BAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is George Kittle or Mark Andrews a better fantasy tight end in 2026?▾

George Kittle outscored Mark Andrews by 5.8 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.