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TECincinnati Bengals#36 at Tight EndUpdated May 14, 2026

Mike Gesicki

Tight End · Fantasy Football 2026 outlook, 2025 season stats, and AI-powered matchup analysis.

PPG

4.7

Games

12

Bye

W10

Age

30

Experience

7 yrs

Size

6'6" · 245 lb

College

Penn State

2025 Season Stats

PPG

4.7

Games

12

Rec

28

Rec Yds

307

Rec TDs

2

Targets

42

Bye

Week 10

Mike Gesicki 2026 Fantasy Outlook

Mike Gesicki is the Cincinnati Bengals number 88 tight end, a seasoned 7-year pro, and finished the 2025 regular season as a low-end fantasy option at his position. He averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game across 12 appearances, which ranks him 36th among tight ends in our 2026 draft board. That per-game number is the starting point for every start or sit decision you make with him in 2026.

Mike Gesicki finished 2025 with 28 receptions for 307 yards and 2 touchdowns. He drew 42 targets, a workload that anchors his weekly floor without quite hitting alpha status.

Mike Gesicki lives in the matchup-dependent tier of tight ends. In weeks against defenses that struggle against the position, he is a strong start. In weeks where his role gets squeezed, streaming a waiver-wire tight end can produce more points. Know his schedule and plan around it.

Heading into 2026, Mike Gesicki projects as a core piece of the Cincinnati Bengals offense. Managers drafting him need to plan around his Week 10 bye and monitor training camp reports for role changes. DraftCall's AI comparison engine lets you pit him against any other NFL player in seconds, factoring in matchup quality, recent form, and scoring format, so you can make start or sit calls with real reasoning instead of gut feel.

Mike Gesicki Head to Head Matchups

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Mike Gesicki Fantasy FAQ

How many fantasy points did Mike Gesicki score in 2025?

Mike Gesicki averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game in the 2025 NFL regular season across 12 appearances, which ranks him 36th among tight ends on our 2026 draft board.

What is Mike Gesicki's 2026 fantasy outlook?

Mike Gesicki projects as a low-end tight end in 2026 fantasy football. His 2025 per-game production establishes a realistic baseline, though weekly start or sit decisions should factor in matchup quality, injury status, and game script. Use DraftCall's AI comparison engine to pit him against any other player and get a clear verdict.

What is Mike Gesicki's bye week?

Mike Gesicki has his bye in Week 10 as a member of the Cincinnati Bengals. Plan roster depth at tight end for that week, or use the waiver wire to stream a replacement.

Is Mike Gesicki worth drafting in 2026?

Based on 2025 production, Mike Gesicki ranks 36th at tight end and is a low-end fantasy option. Draft position depends on league format, scoring rules, and whether you need a weekly starter or a bench stash, but his production profile makes him a legitimate fantasy asset.

What jersey number does Mike Gesicki wear?

Mike Gesicki wears number 88 for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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