George Kittle vs Gunnar Helm
Two tight ends fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
George Kittle- Higher projection: 169 vs 130 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 216
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 5.7
George Kittle and Gunnar Helm are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE25). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Gunnar Helm at 130.
Last season George Kittle carried the heavier workload (80% snap share, 70 touches to Gunnar Helm's 55), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Gunnar Helm is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, George Kittle is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kittle | Helm |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 130 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 5.7 |
| Games played | 11 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #216 |
| ADP | 82 | 233 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE30 |
| Snap share | 80% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 7 |
| Age | 32 | 24 |
| Bye week | 8 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: George Kittle or Gunnar Helm.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Gunnar Helm in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Gunnar Helm for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Gunnar Helm?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 130 for Gunnar Helm.
Where are George Kittle and Gunnar Helm being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Gunnar Helm?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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