The Cincinnati Bengals will travel to take on the Cleveland Browns in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding TE Mike Gesicki.
Is Mike Gesicki Playing in Week 1?
Gesicki is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bengals’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Mike Gesicki in Week 1?
Since 2019, only Travis Kelce and Evan Engram have run more routes at the tight end position than the now well-compensated Mike Gesicki. Since 2019, 14 tight ends have more double-digit PPR-point games than the now well-compensated Mike Gesicki.
It’s fun to root for a player, be it DFS or otherwise, that is always on the field, but doesn’t that make the lack of production that much more taxing mentally? To see #88 on the field, but seemingly afflicted with an allergy to the ball?
If you’ve never done the Gesicki sweat thing, I promise you, it does.
There will be a time and place to pluck Cincy’s tight end off the free agent pool and plug him in. Maybe you’re going through injuries, in a tough bye week spot, or going for broke with no worries about a production floor.
That time and place is not the first week of the season, with every team in action and everyone in reasonable health, not to mention Noah Fant being in the mix after signing in late July.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Mike Gesicki’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Gesicki is projected to score 7.9 points in PPR formats. This includes 3.4 receptions for 34.6 yards and 0.2 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Bengals at Browns
Weather could be a factor in this outdoor game with temperatures at 72 degrees Fahrenheit and winds of 12 mph. The wind may impact deep passes and field goal attempts.
