George Kittle

Kittle proved last year that the tank isn't dry. He was the TE6 in fantasy points per game, finishing with the third-highest receptions and receiving yards of his career, while he ranked only tenth in raw target volume (90). Kittle's high leverage usage was fine, though, as he was first in deep targets and 10th in red zone targets among tight ends. Among 51 qualifying tight ends, he ranked first in YPRR (2.42) and seventh in FD/RR (0.10). Kittle can easily post another top-six fantasy tight end season in 2024, and the floor and ceiling will move upward if Deebo Samuel is moved before Week 1.

George Kittle told reporters he underwent core-muscle surgery in the offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Kittle confirmed he is expected to be ready for the start of training camp. He said he started dealing with core-muscle issues around Week 9-10 last season and played through it the rest of the year.