Mike Gesicki

As we head into the 2025 fantasy football season, Mike Gesicki is an intriguing figure, particularly for those looking to bolster their tight end position. After a couple of disappointing seasons with the New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins, Gesicki found new life with the Cincinnati Bengals last year. He rebounded with impressive volume, hauling in 65 passes for 665 yards and scoring two touchdowns, despite being in a crowded receiving corps that includes dynamic wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Gesicki's role in the Bengals' offense is clear: he is the top pass-catching tight end in one of the NFL's most potent passing attacks. However, his targets are somewhat limited due to the dominance of Chase and Higgins, averaging a modest 4.9 targets per game. This caps his ceiling as a high-end TE2 when the full receiving corps is healthy. Yet, there is significant upside if either Chase or Higgins misses time. During the five games Higgins was out last season, Gesicki's productivity surged, averaging 5.2 catches and 62.4 yards per game, and he scored both of his touchdowns during that period.

Despite the modest target share, Gesicki's performance last year was encouraging, especially given his career-high numbers in catches, receiving yards, and targets in 2021. His poor touchdown luck last year—he had only two touchdowns on 83 targets—suggests there could be room for improvement in the scoring department. If you're looking for a late-round dart throw with the potential to become a starter, Gesicki is a viable option, especially if injuries affect the Bengals' receiving corps.

Gesicki has secured his place with the Bengals, signing a three-year, $25.5 million contract, which indicates he remains a priority for the team. This stability, combined with his proven ability to step up when needed, makes him a solid stash on your fantasy roster. While he may not be a must-start tight end every week, his upside and the potential for increased production if key receivers are injured make him a valuable asset for fantasy managers in 2025.

Updated 06/28/2025