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Fantasy Player Profile Mike Gesicki

  • Mike Gesicki
  • TE #88
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vs. NYJ: #26 vs opposing TE - 13.76 FPA
Bye Week11Rank24% Rostered26.2% Change-WK 17 Pts9.80WK 18 Pts8.60
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1NE
Win, 20-7
-----11-----1.10
2@BAL
Win, 42-38
-----4411----14.10
3BUF
Win, 21-19
-----16-----1.60
4@CIN
Loss, 15-27
-----223-----4.30
5@NYJ
Loss, 17-40
-----130-----4.00
6MIN
Loss, 16-24
-----6692----24.90
7PIT
Win, 16-10
-----327-----5.70
8@DET
Win, 31-27
-----3381----12.80
9@CHI
Win, 35-32
-----13-----1.30
10CLE
Win, 39-17
-----231-----5.10
11Bye  ------------0.00
12HOU
Win, 30-15
------------0.00
13@SF
Loss, 17-33
------------0.00
14@LAC
Loss, 17-23
------------0.00
15@BUF
Loss, 29-32
-----15-----1.50
16GB
Loss, 20-26
-----124-----3.40
17@NE
Loss, 21-23
-----2181----9.80
18NYJ
Win, 11-6
-----446-----8.60
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1NE,
W 20-7
--1--1.10
2@BAL,
W 42-38
--411-14.10
3BUF,
W 21-19
--6--1.60
4@CIN,
L 15-27
--23--4.30
5@NYJ,
L 17-40
--30--4.00
6MIN,
L 16-24
--692-24.90
7PIT,
W 16-10
--27--5.70
8@DET,
W 31-27
--381-12.80
9@CHI,
W 35-32
--3--1.30
10CLE,
W 39-17
--31--5.10
11Bye-----0.00
12HOU,
W 30-15
-----0.00
13@SF,
L 17-33
-----0.00
14@LAC,
L 17-23
-----0.00
15@BUF,
L 29-32
--5--1.50
16GB,
L 20-26
--24--3.40
17@NE,
L 21-23
--181-9.80
18NYJ,
W 11-6
--46--8.60
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News

  • Inked by New England

    Gesicki agreed Friday with the Patriots on a one-year contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki remains in the AFC East, moving on after five seasons with the Dolphins to sign with a division rival. The athletic tight end took a back seat to Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle in 2022, with just a 32-362-5 receiving line through 17 regular-season appearances, but he logged two straight seasons with 700-plus receiving yards from 2020-21. Now in New England, Gesicki is set to form a tight end tandem with Hunter Henry, a superior blocker and capable pass catcher in his own right. Gesicki,…read more

    Published: Fri, Mar 17 at 5:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to depart as free agent

    Gesicki is expected to part ways with the Dolphins as a free agent this offseason, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki secured 32 of 52 targets for 362 yards and five touchdowns across 17 regular-season appearances with the Dolphins in 2022, and general manager Chris Grier said he has "earned the right to be a free agent" after a year playing on the franchise tag. The tight end appeared a questionable fit in coach Mike McDaniel's scheme even ahead of this past campaign, and despite Miami's coaching staff relaying continued optimism that the athletic tight end would keep a key role on offense, he ended…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 2 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in Week 18 win

    Gesicki secured four of six targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 11-6 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki recorded more receiving yardage Week 18 than his last six games combined, showing some sparks with third-string quarterback Skylar Thompsonunder center. The Dolphins realistically could have either Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) or Teddy Bridgewater (finger) back under center for the upcoming wild-card matchup against the Bills, so it remains to be seen whether Gesicki's trend of more noticeable involvement will continue.

    Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends cold streak with touchdown

    Gesicki secured two of four targets for 18 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 23-21 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gesicki recorded more than one catch for the first time since Week 10 and scored for the first time since Week 8 on Sunday, though his yardage total still was modest. The tight end's increased involvement was likely a product of Miami's conservative game plan without Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) in the lineup, a trend that could repeat Week 18 at home against the Jets.

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one catch in loss

    Gesicki secured one of two targets for 24 yards during Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Gesicki has managed only two catches for 29 yards in five games since Miami's bye in Week 11. Regardless of any athletic or big-play ability he's flashed in previous seasons, Gesicki can only be considered an extremely low-floor option heading into a Week 17 divisional clash against the Patriots. Outside of fantasy formats that start multiple tight ends, he doesn't merit consideration for fantasy lineups.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains uninvolved

    Gesicki secured his only target for five yards during Saturday's 32-29 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Gesicki broke his three-game zero-catch streak during Saturday's divisional loss, but not by much. The franchise-tagged tight end hasn't recorded a game with double-digit yards from scrimmage since Week 10, a trend that keeps him off the fantasy radar in almost all formats heading into a Week 16 matchup against the Packers. Gesicki is trending in the direction of his worst statistical season since 2018, his rookie campaign.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Zero-catch streak continues

    Gesicki could not secure either of his two targets during Sunday night's 23-17 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Gesicki hasn't recorded a single yard from scrimmage since mid-November, a trend that was established even before Tua Tagovailoa's recent two-game slump. Regardless of his athletic traits and big-play ability, Gesicki's recent floor puts him outside the fantasy radar in most formats heading into a tough Week 15 matchup against the Bills.

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't secure lone target

    Gesicki failed to haul in his only target during Sunday's 33-17 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gesicki very nearly converted his only target into a critical fourth-down conversion with roughly six minutes left on the clock in the fourth quarter, but it was overturned after a coach's challenge determined he didn't maintain control of the ball. The athletic tight end has logged back-to-back one-target games since Miami's bye, and he's gone above 50 receiving yards only once this season. Fantasy managers will hope from more out of Gesicki versus the Chargers in Week 14, but he has a…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held without a catch

    Gesicki failed to secure his only target during Sunday's 30-15 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, No. 2 tight end Durham Smythe turned his only target into a four-yard touchdown, the only score Tua Tagovailoa threw before exiting Sunday's blowout win early. Tagovailoa has excelled at distributing the ball efficiently, and he connected with nine different targets for completions versus Houston, solidifying the reality that Gesicki's fantasy floor has bottomed out. The athletic tight end is still a big-play threat, but with just three catches in his last three games, it will be…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Only two catches in blowout win

    Gesicki secured two of three targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 39-17 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Gesicki has surpassed 50 receiving yards in only one of his 10 appearances this season, and Sunday's win was a reminder to fantasy managers that the athletic tight end's floor is worrying due to a passing offense that runs through wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. It was Trent Sherfield (5-63-1) who capitalized on complementary target opportunities Week 10, and while Gesicki will remain involved when the Dolphins return from their Week 11 bye, the tight end's fantasy results may not…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Near invisible in Week 9 win

    Gesicki secured one of two targets for three yards during Sunday's 35-32 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Gesicki's lack of involvement in a competitive game that saw Tua Tagovailoa attempt 30 passes, surpassing 300 yards with three aerial touchdowns, was a disappointing reminder for fantasy managers that he should be considered a boom-or-bust lineup option. In Sunday's win, Gesicki's most notable play may have been a failure to connect with Tagovailoa in the third quarter, when the Dolphins attempted to convert on fourth-and-6. The athletic tight end will get a chance to rebound Week 10 against…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in win

    Gesicki brought in three of four targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-27 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gesicki checked in third in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, and he brought in his fourth touchdown grab of the season on an 11-yard catch late in the third quarter that proved to be the difference in the game for the Dolphins. The veteran tight end's involvement has picked up over the last three games after an uneven start to the campaign, as Gesicki now has a 12-134-2 line in that span. Gesicki's next opportunity to extend that streak comes against the Bears in a Week…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles with seven targets

    Gesicki caught three of seven targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Gesicki failed to capitalize off of last week's two-score performance, crashing back down to earth with a forgettable fantasy line. The seven targets with Tua Tagovailoa (concussion/ankle) back under center was noteworthy, as the duo failed to produce more than four targets in any game both have been active in this season. Gesicki remains a fringe fantasy tight end heading into next Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 11:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of touchdowns in loss

    Gesicki brought in six of seven targets for 69 yards and two touchdowns in the Dolphins' 24-16 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: The little-used tight end was the surprise recipient of Teddy Bridgewater's two touchdown passes, scoring from four and three yards out in the fourth quarter to make things interesting. Gesicki's usage in new head coach Mike McDaniel's offense has been inconsistent to say the least, and Durham Smythe's (hamstring) inactive status may have certainly helped his teammate's cause Sunday; nevertheless, perhaps the season-best showing will allow Gesicki to continue seeing more opportunities in a Week…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to one catch

    Gesicki secured one of two targets for 30 yards during Sunday's 40-17 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki was working with Skylar Thompson under center for most of Sunday's divisional loss, but when the Dolphins deployed a trick play utilizing the tight end position at the goal line, it was Durham Smythe (hamstring) who scored. Even if one of Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) or Teddy Bridgewater (concussion) are able to retake the field Week 6 against the Vikings, Gesicki's usage makes him difficult to trust for fantasy purposes. He has just one game this season with more than two catches.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two catches Thursday

    Gesicki secured two of four targets for 23 yards during Thursday's 27-15 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Gesicki's 23 yards actually were his second highest single-game total of the season, which is another harsh reminder for fantasy managers that the tight end's weekly floor has vanished. It's possible that Gesicki could have a higher ceiling during Week 5's divisional matchup versus the Jets, but that also heavily depends on whether Teddy Bridgewater or Tua Tagovailoa (neck/concussion) is on hand to helm Miami's offense.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Barely visible in win over Bills

    Gesicki secured his only target for six yards during Sunday's 21-19 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Gesicki logged a solid Week 2, with four catches for 41 yards and a score versus Baltimore, but in Miami's other two games this season he's combined for just two catches for seven yards. This is an offense that clearly runs through Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle (groin), which leaves Gesicki -- and most of the Dolphins' other offensive playmakers, for that matter -- as risky, boom-or-bust options for fantasy purposes.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back in Week 2 win

    Gesicki secured all four targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 42-38 win over the Ravens on Sunday.

    Analysis: After a concerning Week 1 performance during which Gesicki was targeted just once, questions arose about whether a significantly reduced role would be par for the course in head coach Mike McDaniel's offense. However, those fears were allayed for at least a week, as Gesicki checked in third in receptions and receiving yards to the superhuman wideout duo of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. The Penn State product also made a memorable catch that was an early part of Miami's memorable comeback,…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted just once

    Gesicki secured his only target for one yard during Sunday's 20-7 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gesicki was barely involved as a route runner and only received one look from Tua Tagovailoa in his first game under new head coach Mike McDaniel, an outcome that portends poorly for his rest-of-season prospects. Barring an unforeseen changeup in Miami's offensive game plan, Gesicki no longer may fall within the category of tight ends boasting weekly fantasy upside, barring multi-TE formats. At the very least, fantasy managers will need to see some production from Gesicki before leaning on him…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trade rumors shut down

    General manager Chris Grier said Wednesday that the Dolphins received two inquiries from other teams about trading for Gesicki this week, but Grier said that the tight end isn't being shopped, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki was the subject of trade rumors during the preseason, in part due to conjecture that his limitations as a blocker aren't ideal for new head coach Mike McDaniel's scheme. However, the Dolphins seem intent on keeping the franchise-tagged tight end in house for the 2022 campaign, which sets him up to operate as the No. 3 receiving option for Tua Tagovailoa behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle (lower body). However, Gesicki could lose snaps to No. 2 tight end Durham Smythe, a more capable…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 6:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch in preseason finale

    Gesicki tallied one catch on one target for 18 yards in Saturday's 48-10 preseason win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Gesicki made his lone catch of the game on the team's third offensive possession, which helped set up a one-yard touchdown plunge for Sony Michel. Gesicki has been the subject of trade rumors due to questions regarding his potential role in the Miami offense as a true tight end -- rather than a de facto wide receiver -- in recent days. However, if he remains in Miami, Gesicki could still be the third option in the passing attack behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 8:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Subject of trade discussions

    Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said trade reports about Gesicki were "misleading" because many names are brought up in trade conversations, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki, playing 2022 under a franchise tag for $10.9 million, has acknowledged the difficulty of taking more inline snaps in McDaniel's offense. The Dolphins clearly thought he could do it successfully after years of primarily working the slot, considering McDaniel was hired before Gesicki was tagged. The team may be having second thoughts with Gesicki struggling a bit this preseason, though McDaniel said Thursday that the 26-year-old had an excellent week of practice. If Gesicki were to be…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays entire first half Saturday

    Gesicki brought in three of six targets for 27 yards in the Dolphins' 15-13 preseason loss to the Raiders on Saturday night while playing the entire first half.

    Analysis: Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports that Gesicki, who was on the receiving end of Tua Tagovailoa's third pass attempt, embraced the unusually robust preseason workload for a proven player like himself, noting he needed plenty of reps playing a true tight end role after essentially serving as a de facto wide receiver over the last two seasons. Head coach Mike McDaniel added that the opportunity gave Gesicki a chance to stay diligent and commit further to the dual responsibilities of pass…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch in limited action

    Gesicki brought in his only target for 13 yards in the Dolphins' 26-24 preseason win over the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The talented tight end was one of the only regulars on the Dolphins offense to see action. Gesicki heads into his fifth season looking to improve on the impressive 73-780-2 line he mustered in 2021 -- one that featured career highs in receptions and receiving yards -- and he should have a firm grasp on the top spot at his position once again.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 7:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for more blocking?

    Gesicki has been deployed more as a blocker than as a pass catcher during the early portion of Miami's training camp, the Boston Herald reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki, who is in line to play out the 2022 season under the franchise tag, has been positioned in-line more often than out wide or in the slot during the early days of training camp. Few targets have gone his way so far, per camp reports. Coach Mike McDaniel's wide-zone run scheme has historically relied on a capable blocking tight end, to the tune of George Kittle (lower body) back in San Francisco, but that isn't a skill that Gesicki has been asked to feature regularly since joining the…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 31 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play under franchise tag

    Gesicki is in line to play the 2022 season on the Dolphins' franchise tag after the tight end and the team were unable to reach an agreement on a long-term deal ahead of Friday's deadline to do so, Mike Masala of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki is thus slated to earn $10.93 million this coming season, while heading a Miami tight end corps that also includes Durham Smythe, Adam Shaheen and Hunter Long. The 26-year-old is coming off a 2021 campaign in which he caught 73 of his 112 targets for 780 yards and two TDs in 17 games. Looking ahead, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN suggests Gesicki will be, at worst, the third option in a Dolphins passing attack that also includes dynamic wideouts Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. As long as…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 15 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to receive extension

    Gesicki and the Dolphins are unlikely to come to terms on a contract extension ahead of Friday's 4:00 p.m. ET deadline for franchise-tagged players, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki signed his one-year, $10.9-million contract tender in March after reports that may he file a grievance to be treated as a wide receiver in this contract calculation - a move that could have netted him an additional $8.5 million in guaranteed salary. Barring any last-minute negotiations, the 26-year-old now looks primed to play out the 2022 campaign on the franchise tag. Gesicki has been used as a prolific pass-catching threat over the past three seasons with Miami, recording…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 14 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks franchise tender

    Gesicki has signed his franchise tag tender with the Dolphins, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: There had been some speculation that Gesicki might file a grievance over his franchise tag position, but the 26-year-old now is in line to play for the $10.9 million allotted to tight ends. This past season, Gesicki recorded 73 catches (on 112 targets) for 780 yards and two TDs in 17 games, and he'll continue to profile as the Dolphins' top pass-catching option at his position once again in 2022. In the process, he'll maintain fantasy relevance, more so if he's able to hit pay dirt on a more…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 14 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could challenge positional tag

    Gesicki may file a grievance over his franchise tag position, as the tight end designation carries a $10.9 million salary as opposed to an $18.4 million mark for wide receivers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Miami officially placed the franchise tag on Gesicki prior to Tuesday's 4:00 p.m. deadline, and specifically called the 26-year-old a tight end in the announcement. As Fowler notes, Gesicki only operated in pass protection on 3.7 percent of quarterback dropbacks last season, and his 266 run blocks were tied for the 28th-lowest mark at the position. Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network further notes that Gesicki handled the most snaps out of the slot of any tight end in 2021, so he could have a case if…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 8 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives franchise tag

    Miami used their franchise tag on Gesicki on Tuesday, a league source tells Adam Schefter of ESPN.

    Analysis: Gesicki becomes the second tight end to receive the franchise tag this offseason, with the Browns already having brought back David Njoku. The move keeps Gesicki, who is coming off a career season, in the building for 2022 while carrying a $10.8 million salary. The 26-year-old secured 73 of 112 targets for 780 yards and two touchdowns across 17 appearances in 2021, serving as Tua Tagovailoa's No. 2 option in the passing game for much of the year. Despite the fact Gesicki isn't known as a…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 8 at 6:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Career season ends on quiet note

    Gesicki secured two of three targets for 22 yards during the Dolphins' 33-24 win over the Patriots in their season finale.

    Analysis: Gesicki put together a career year in 2021, finishing the campaign with 73 catches on 112 targets for 780 yards and two touchdowns in 17 appearances. This offseason the Dolphins will need to make a decision about Gesicki's future with the team, as he is currently set for free agency. The team could opt to franchise tag the tight end, either to keep him in the fold or trade him and get some return on investment. After operating as essentially the team's No. 2 receiving option for most of 2021,…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 3:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces team in receiving yardage

    Gesicki brought in four of seven targets for 51 yards and also misfired on his one pass attempt in the Dolphins' 34-3 loss to the Titans on Sunday.

    Analysis: The talented tight end co-led the team in receptions and tied for second in targets on a pedestrian afternoon overall for the Dolphins passing game. Gesicki has at least five receptions in three of the past four games, while his yardage total Sunday was his highest since Week 9. The fourth-year pro's final opportunity to improve on what is now a career-best 71-758 line will come in Week 18 versus the Patriots.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three grabs

    Gesicki caught three of four targets for 22 yards in Monday night's 20-3 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Gesicki trailed only Jaylen Waddle for Miami's team lead in receptions, but his production paled in comparison to the rookie's 10 grabs for 92 yards and a score. In a vertically-challenged passing attack, Gesicki represents a big-bodied target for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, but he's topped 50 yards just once and hasn't scored over the Dolphins' current seven-game win streak. That illustrates Gesicki's modest upside, but his 47 targets over that same span give him a secure floor.

    Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five catches in Week 15 win

    Gesicki caught five of eight targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 31-24 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki tied DeVante Parker for the team lead in targets but trailed both Parker (68) and Isaiah Ford (51) in receiving yards. The tight end has been reliable but far from spectacular, as he's topped 40 yards while coming up short of 60 in eight of 14 games this season. All told, Gesicki has 64 catches for 685 yards and two touchdowns heading into a Week 16 matchup with the Saints.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 11 targets

    Gesicki recorded seven receptions on 11 targets for 46 yards in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Gesicki kept pace with Jaylen Waddle in terms of targets, the first time since Week 3 that he's racked up double-digit opportunities. While he converted a high number of those looks into catches, Gesicki was largely limited to looks in the short areas of the field as his longest catch went for only 17 yards -- also marking his only double-digit gain on the day. Gesicki has been targeted inconsistently this season, though it's encouraging that he was so involved even with DeVante Parker…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to three grabs

    Gesicki brought in all three targets for 17 yards in the Dolphins' 33-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gesicki was much less busy than usual, with his three targets qualifying as his fewest since since Week 1. The Penn State product hasn't visited the end zone since Week 7, but he does have at last three grabs in 10 of the last 11 games. A Week 13 home matchup against a Giants team that's played poor defense on the road should present a solid opportunity for the fourth-year tight end to put up some fantasy-worthy numbers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back with five catches

    Gesicki caught five of six targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: This was by no means a flashy effort, but Gesicki's fantasy managers will gladly take it after he was blanked by Baltimore last week. The 26-year-old tight end has been held without a catch twice this season, but he's surpassed 40 receiving yards in all nine other games during the campaign, giving Gesicki one of the highest floors at his position heading into a Week 12 visit from the Panthers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Surprisingly blanked in win

    Gesicki failed to bring in any of his seven targets in the Dophins' 22-10 win over the Ravens on Thursday night.

    Analysis: On a celebratory night for the Dolphins due to the sizable upset, Gesicki was a surprising non-factor despite logging a team-high amount of targets. The 2018 second-rounder hadn't been held without a catch since a Week 6 contest against the Jets last season, and his first chance to atone for the shutout comes against that same New York squad a week from Sunday in a Week 11 road matchup.

    Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 5:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four grabs in win

    Gesicki brought in four of eight targets for 54 yards in the Dolphins' 17-9 win over the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gesicki checked in second in receptions, receiving yards and targets to Jaylen Waddle on the afternoon for the Dolphins and recorded a couple of nifty one-handed grabs along the way. The Penn State product has eclipsed 50 receiving yards in three of his past four games, sending him into the Week 10 home Thursday night matchup against the Ravens with some solid momentum.

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records two-point play in loss

    Gesicki secured three of four targets for 48 yards and also caught a two-point conversion pass in the Dolphins' 26-11 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

    Analysis: The talented tight end's yardage total, modest as it was, checked in second only to that of DeVante Parker's on the Dolphins for the afternoon. However, with a long catch of 40 yards, Gesicki's other two grabs went for just eight yards. The two-point conversion reception helped prop up his tally just slightly, but Gesicki still finished with his lowest reception total since Week 2. Next up for the Penn State product and his teammates is a matchup versus the Texans' Cover-2 scheme, which does…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records TD in close loss

    Gesicki recorded seven of eight targets for 85 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 30-28 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: The fourth-year tight end co-led the Dolphins in receptions and targets while pacing the team in receiving yards. Gesicki recorded his second touchdown of the year in the latter portion of the third quarter, bringing in a six-yard scoring toss from Tua Tagovailoa with 5:18 remaining in the period. This was yet another encouraging performance from Gesicki after he'd posted an 8-115 line on nine targets against the Jaguars in London in Week 6, and he'll look to keep the momentum going in a tough…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 receiving yards

    Gesicki recorded eight receptions on nine targets for 115 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Gesicki was heavily involved throughout the game and contributed three receptions of 20 yards or more. He benefited from the Dolphins taking to the air 47 times, with only Jaylen Waddle commanding more targets for the team. That volume may be difficult for Gesicki to carry forward once DeVante Parker (shoulder) is able to return to the field, though he has topped 50 receiving yards in three of his last four games.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by Bucs

    Gesicki secured four of seven targets for 43 yards during Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Gesicki recorded his third game of the season with double-digit average yards per reception. The athletic tight end has drawn at least six targets in each of the last three games, and it's possible he could have Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) back in the lineup in time to face the Jaguars in Week 6.

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 2:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes late TD grab in loss

    Gesicki brought in five of six targets for 57 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 27-17 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: The fourth-year tight end led the Dolphins in receptions while checking in second to DeVante Parker in receiving yards. Gesicki also recorded his first touchdown reception of the season on a one-yard catch in the fourth quarter, albeit too late to make any difference in the outcome for the Dolphins. Gesicki now has a 15-143-1 line through the last two games, and he'll look to continue cultivating his connection with Jacoby Brissett in what will likely be the quarterback's final start for the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading receiver in OT loss

    Gesicki caught 10 of 12 targets for 86 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: The tight end finished second on the Dolphins to Jaylen Waddle in catches and targets, but he outpaced the rookie by nearly 30 yards to lead the team. With backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett showing little ability to stretch the field, Gesicki could be in line for a big uptick in his volume and production as long as Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) remains sidelined, including Week 4 at home against the Colts.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in Week 2

    Gesicki caught three of six targets for 41 yards in Sunday's 35-0 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Gesicki was third in both targets and receiving yards behind wide receivers DeVante Parker and Jaylen Waddle. It was encouraging to see the 25-year-old tight end get more involved after failing to record a catch in the season opener, but Gesicki's struggles as a blocker will likely continue to limit his usage in Week 3 against the Raiders and beyond. Jacoby Brissett played most of the game under center following Tua Tagovailoa's rib injury, so it remains to be seen who will be throwing to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited usage in opener

    Gesicki was targeted twice and held without a catch in Sunday's season-opening 17-16 win over the Patriots, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki logged just 21 snaps in the contest, while Durham Smythe was out there for 38 and caught one pass (on two targets) for nine yards. Schad suggests that Gesicki's limited usage was in part due to the Dolphins starting a rookie (Liam Eichenberg) at left tackle in place of Austin Jackson, meaning that blocking was a prime consideration for TE snap allocation Week 1. Looking ahead, with Jackson presumably on track to step into his usual role this coming weekend, it wouldn't surprise us to…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive on two grabs

    Gesicki secured both targets for 43 yards in the Dolphins' 37-17 preseason win over the Falcons on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Gesicki checked in second to Mack Hollins in receiving yardage among non-running backs for the night. The 25-year-old endured a stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier in camp, but as Saturday's performance demonstrated, he seems back to his usual form. Gesicki should once again play an important role in Miami's passing game in 2021 after logging 174 total targets over the last two seasons, but the team's offseason wide receiver additions and the return of Albert Wilson (undisclosed) after…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 7:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back from COVID list

    Gesicki was reinstated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.

    Analysis: Gesicki was one of multiple Miami tight ends placed on the list Aug. 1, but he looks like he'll be able to resume practicing fully again after spending just over a week away from the team. Due to the missed time, Gesicki's reps could be limited in Saturday's preseason opener in Chicago, if he isn't held out of the contest entirely.

    Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID list

    Gesicki (undisclosed) was placed on the COVID-19 list Sunday.

    Analysis: Co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach George Godsey tested positive for the virus, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, resulting in Gesicki, Cethan Carter and Adam Shaheen landing on the COVID list as apparent close contacts. Gesicki could make a relatively quick return to the field as long as he continues to test negative for the virus. In the meantime, Durham Smythe and Hunter Long should operate as Miami's top tight ends.

    Published: Sun, Aug 1 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with injury

    Gesicki (undisclosed) isn't practicing Saturday for medical reasons, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Details about Gesicki's injury remain unknown at this point, but more details will likely surface in the coming days. The starting tight end will look to get healthy before Miami kicks off preseason play Aug. 14 against the Bears.

    Published: Sat, Jul 31 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Showing chemistry with Tua

    Gesicki has been QB Tua Tagoviloa's "go-to receiver" early in camp, Armando Salguero of The Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: The report also notes that the young QB has thrown a lot of passes to running backs, in part because veteran wide receivers DeVante Parker, Will Fuller and Preston Williams are out with injuries. Gesicki gets a nice opportunity to build chemistry with Tagovailoa, but further down the line, the tight end could face tough competition for targets from a deep WR group that added Fuller and sixth overall pick Jaylen Waddle in the offseason. Gesicki is in the fourth and final year of his rookie…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 30 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five catches to end solid season

    Gesicki caught five of 10 targets for 47 yards during Sunday's 56-26 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Gesicki drew his third-highest target total of the season during Sunday's blowout divisional loss, but he wasn't able to do much with his volume on a day when Tua Tagovailoa struggled mightily. The 25-year-old tight end will benefit from a full offseason to build up additional chemistry with Tagovailoa, as Gesicki is no doubt primed to return as one of Miami's pivotal offensive weapons in 2021. Through 15 appearances in 2020, Gesicki notched career-high marks in catches (53), yards (703) and…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven targets in narrow win

    Gesicki secured four of seven targets for 54 yards during Saturday's 26-25 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Gesicki returned to action after just a one-game absence due to a shoulder injury, and he immediately returned to his role as Miami's top tight end. He came in second only to Myles Gaskin in terms of receiving with DeVante Parker (hamstring) sidelined, while Adam Shaheen and Durham Smythe combined for just three targets. If Parker were to miss Week 17's divisional matchup against the Bills as well, Gesicki would once again stand to see an uptick in targets (and perhaps red-zone looks).

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 8:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to action Saturday

    Gesicki (shoulder) is listed as active Saturday in Las Vegas.

    Analysis: Gesicki injured his right shoulder Week 14 and missed one game as a result, but now that he's back in action he'll look to extend his TD streak to four games against a Raiders defense that has allowed the 14th-most touchdown passes (24) this season.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Gesicki (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raiders after being listed as a limited practice participant this week.

    Analysis: Gesicki logged back-to-back limited sessions Thursday and Friday last week before being made inactive this past Sunday against the Patriots. If he's limited or out Saturday night, Durham Smythe and Adam Shaheen once again would be in line for added tight end work Week 16.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Wednesday

    Gesicki (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Practicing in a limited capacity wasn't enough for Gesicki to get clearance to play Week 15 against the Patriots, so his status for Saturday's road game against the Raiders remains murky. The tight end may need to upgrade to a full session Thursday in order to guarantee his availability for the contest. Durham Smythe and Adam Shaheen will be in line for increased roles again if Gesicki can't go.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week with limited practice

    Gesicki (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant at Tuesday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki closed Week 15 with back-to-back limited practices, but it wasn't enough for him to gain clearance ahead of Sunday's loss to the Patriots. While it's at least an encouraging sign Gesicki was able to maintain that level of practice activity to begin Week 16, he'll presumably need to upgrade to full participation by Thursday to avoid taking an injury designation into Saturday's game in Las Vegas. While Gesicki was sidelined Week 15, Durham Smythe (five catches for 40 yards) and Adam…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Gesicki (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: With Gesicki inactive, Adam Shaheen and Durham Smythe are in line to handle added tight end snaps Sunday, though neither of the two profile as high-percentage fantasy lineup options in Week 15.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has chance to play Sunday

    Gesicki (shoulder), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots, will work out prior to the contest before a call on his status is made, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: While there was previously some pessimism about the tight end's availability, Rapoport suggests that Gesicki "improved enough during the week to have a real chance of playing" Week 15. The Dolphins kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET, so those considering Gesicki in their fantasy lineups will gain clarity on his status prior to the first wave of games Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 4:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable

    Gesicki (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New England, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: According to Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post, Gesicki turned in a limited practice Friday, marking the second straight day he was able to get in some on-field work. While Gesicki appears to be doing everything he can to play this weekend, a final word on the athletic tight end's status could realistically come down to a game-time decision. Adam Shaheen and Durham Smythe will handle expanded roles if Gesicki can't play.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Thursday

    Gesicki (shoulder) was listed as limited in Thursday's walk-through practice, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: While Gesicki's listed upgrade is a positive indicator, it remains to be seen if he'll be cleared to play Sunday against the Patriots. Added clarity on his Week 15 status will arrive no later than Friday, but if he's unable to suit up this weekend, Adam Shaheen and Durham Smythe would see expanded duties in Miami's offense Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice, as expected

    Gesicki (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki is expected to miss time due to the shoulder injury he picked up in the fourth quarter of last weekend's loss to the Chiefs, so it doesn't come as any sort of surprise to see him sitting out practice to begin Week 15. The results of Gesicki's recent MRI could be known within the next few days, but all signs currently point to him sitting out Sunday's game against the Patriots. If that's the case, Adam Shaheen and Durham Smythe would likely split work at tight end.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss time, pending MRI

    The Dolphins fear Gesicki (shoulder) will miss at least one game, Armando Salguero of The Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki was injured in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Chiefs, finishing with five catches for 65 yards and two touchdowns. He appeared to be dealing with a lot of pain when he came off the field, and he wasn't able to re-enter the game. An MRI scheduled for Monday should give the Dolphins a better idea of how much time Gesicki will miss.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts shoulder Sunday

    Gesicki exited Sunday's game against the Chiefs with an apparent right shoulder injury, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki was tackled awkwardly near the sidelines, and he went down in clear pain before going directly to the locker room. Before his departure, Gesicki caught five passes for 65 yards and two touchdowns. It's yet another hit to the Dolphins' receiving weapons, as both DeVante Parker and Jakeem Grant exited with leg injuries Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • High-volume day in win

    Gesicki brought in nine of 11 targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 19-7 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: The third-year tight end led the Dolphins in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, with his catch tally also serving as a season high. Gesicki's fourth touchdown of the season -- his second in as many games -- capped off Miami's first second-half drive and was an ideal bonus to what was already a very strong effort for the Penn State product in both seasonal and daily PPR formats. Gesicki may be leaned on heavily once again in a Week 14 showdown against the Chiefs that…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends scoring drought

    Gesicki caught two of five targets for 35 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 20-3 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki salvaged his fantasy day with a score in the second quarter (his first since Week 3), but he's now logged five consecutive games with under 50 receiving yards. Still, the third-year tight end has also now drawn 15 targets over the last three weeks, so his involvement on offense has been encouraging. Whether Tua Tagovailoa (thumb) gets healthy in time to return Week 13 versus Cincinnati or Ryan Fitzpatrick draws another start, Gesicki's favorable matchup will make him a tempting…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in Denver

    Gesicki caught four of five targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Gesicki's actually notched his third highest yardage total of the season in Denver, which is emblematic of the fact that outside of two 'boom' games (Weeks 2 and 5) the athletic tight end hasn't been too productive for fantasy purposes. Still, Gesicki has now gone three straight games with at least 40 yards and four targets, so he appears to have begun to manufacture a stable floor. He'll get a favorable road matchup against the Jets in Week 12.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 7:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of robust grabs in win

    Gesicki secured two of five targets for 40 yards in the Dolphins' 29-21 win over the Chargers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The athletic tight end notched receptions of 23 and 17 yards on his way to posting the second-highest receiving yardage tally for the Dolphins on the afternoon. Gesicki has shown good chemistry with rookie signal caller Tua Tagovailoa thus far, posting a 5-82 line on nine targets in the quarterback's first two starts. Gesicki will look to play an even bigger role in a Week 11 road battle against the Broncos.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches three of four targets

    Gesicki caught three of four targets for 42 yards during Sunday's 34-31 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Gesicki finished third on the team in targets and receiving yards, generating his best output since Week 5. His long gain of 19 yards was his third-longest of the season, and he recorded multiple catches for just the second time in his last six games. Although Gesicki's fantasy production has been rather sporadic this season, he could benefit from Tua Tagovailoa's ascendence moving forward. His next chance to produce will come Sunday against a Chargers team that has been susceptible to opposing…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Barely produces versus Rams

    Gesicki caught one of two targets for eight yards during Sunday's 28-17 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Gesicki's lack of offensive involvement was in large part by design, as Miami's defense and special teams both managed to account for touchdowns, and Los Angeles' offense wasn't able to move consistently at any point. It's worth noting, however, that this was Gesicki's fourth game of the year with one or fewer catches. Until such time as he proves to have established a consistent connection with rookie signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa, Gesicki can be considered a boom-or-bust fantasy option.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held without a catch by Jets

    Gesicki failed to secure either of his two targets during Sunday's 24-0 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki's total lack of involvement came, to the befuddlement of fantasy managers, on a day where fellow tight ends Adam Shaheen (3-51-1) and Durham Smythe (1-2-1) both got into the end zone. The third-year pro now has four games this season with 30 or less receiving yards compared to just two breakout performances (130 yards and a score Week 2 and 91 yards Week 5). Gesicki is quietly shaping up to be a boom-or-bust fantasy option, though it's also worth noting that the Dolphins never had to…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Produces 91 yards in victory

    Gesicki caught five of six targets for 91 yards during Sunday's 43-17 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gesicki finished second on the team in targets and receiving yards while posting his second-best totals of the season in both categories. He averaged an impressive 18.2 yards per reception and pleased fantasy owners by bouncing back after totaling just two catches for 30 yards over his previous two games. Gesicki will look to build on this productive outing in a seemingly favorable matchup next Sunday against the Broncos.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shut down by Seahawks

    Gesicki caught one of three targets for 15 yards during Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gesicki has now been limited to just one catch for 15 yards in back-to-back games, having drawn three targets in both. He ran 36 routes Sunday, so a lack of playing time wasn't to blame for the disappointing statline, but rather that Seattle's defensive coverage encouraged Ryan Fitzpatrick to hone in on DeVante Parker (12 targets) and Isaiah Ford (10 targets) in the passing game. Gesicki faces tough odds of bouncing back Week 5 against a 49ers squad that recently shut down Evan Engram and Zach…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in end zone Thursday

    Gesicki caught one of three targets for a 15-yard touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-13 win over the Jaguars on Thursday.

    Analysis: The third-year tight end was nowhere near as prolific as four days prior against the Bills, but Gesicki still rewarded fantasy managers with his second touchdown grab of the season. The Penn State product may see his reception volume fluctuate depending on game flow, but based on his strong second-half finish in 2019 and early returns this season, it's clear Gesicki's fantasy prospects are on the right trajectory. He'll look to play a bigger role in a Week 4 home matchup against the Seahawks on…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Explodes for career-best effort

    Gesicki secured eight of 11 targets for 130 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 31-28 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

    Analysis: During his rookie season in former head coach Adam Gase's offense, Gesicki bore little resemblance to the player that put up a combined 105 receptions, 1,242 yards and 14 touchdown receptions over his final two college seasons at Penn State. However, the third-year tight end began to pick up steam in the second half of last season, and Sunday, he single-handedly dispelled the notion that tight ends are doomed to minimal roles in coordinator Chan Gailey's scheme. Gesicki paced Miami in…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to three catches in opener

    Gesicki secured three of five targets for 30 yards during Sunday's 21-11 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gesicki's lackluster Week 1 production was in line with the rest of Miami's receiving corps, as no pass catcher managed to hit the 50-yard mark against New England. Nonetheless, it's encouraging that the third-year pro did account for every target thrown to the tight end position, with Durham Smythe mixing in as a blocker. Gesicki possesses weekly touchdown upside, but he looks like a low-floor fantasy option heading into a Week 2 tilt against Buffalo's stout defense.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury tag

    Gesicki (glute) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's season opener against the Patriots, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki put forth a full practice Friday after having begun the week with two straight limited sessions. He's set to take the field against New England on Sunday and operate as Miami's top receiving tight end, with Durham Smythe primarily mixing in as a blocker.

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes field Friday

    Gesicki (glute) took part in Friday's practice, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: It's not clear how much work Gesicki got in at Friday's session, but he was on the field for the third day in a row. The Dolphins will reveal Gesicki's status for Week 1 when they release their final injury report of the week.

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Turns in limited practice showing

    Gesicki (glute) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: For the second straight day, Gesicki's reps were capped on account of the upper-leg issue. The Dolphins have yet to suggest Gesicki is in any real danger of missing Sunday's season opener at New England, but the tight end will likely need to put in a full workout Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

    Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by injury Wednesday

    Gesicki was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a glute injury, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki appears to have picked up the injury over the weekend, as he had previously been held out of Saturday's practice. The third-year tight end will have two more chances to practice fully and shed his injury tag before Sunday's season opener against New England, so there's not yet any reason to be concerned about his Week 1 availability. With DeVante Parker (hamstring) and Preston Williams (knee) also beginning the week as limited participants, Miami's pass-catching corps will be entering…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Tuesday

    Gesicki (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki sat out Saturday's practice session due to an undisclosed issue, but he appears to have gotten the all-clear for Sept. 13's season opener against New England. The third-year pro was listed as the No. 2 tight end behind Durham Smythe on Miami's first unofficial depth chart, per Wolfe, but Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post notes that Gesicki nonetheless remains locked in to the majority of receiving work at the position. Gesicki put together a late-season breakout in 2019 and concluded the…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as No. 2 tight end

    Gesicki is listed as the No. 2 tight end behind Durham Smythe on Miami's first unofficial depth chart, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki remains in line to handle the majority of receiving work at tight end for Miami, but his position on the first unofficial depth chart of the season could be an indication that the team intends to utilize Smythe heavily as a blocker during Sept. 13's season opener against the Patriots. During last season's Week 17 finale against New England, Gesicki had four catches for 34 yards and a score. With DeVante Parker expected to be shadowed again by Stephon Gilmore, Gesicki could once more be…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see better matchups

    Gesicki said Thursday that having DeVante Parker and Preston Williams (knee) on the outside will allow him to see more beneficial matchups in 2020, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gesicki could certainly benefit from matchups that will let him take advantage of his athletic gifts, assuming Parker and Williams are each able to build upon the relative success they enjoyed in 2019 and draw away defensive attention. For his part, Gesicki was serviceable last season while logging 51 catches for 570 yards and five scores, but his 57.3 percent catch rate and lack of broken tackles draw into question how much untapped upside he actually has. Of course, Gesicki was considered a…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hauls in clutch TD in finale

    Gesicki secured four of seven targets for 34 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gesicki was held in check for the majority of Sunday's upset win, but he showed up with just 24 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter by beating safety Patrick Chung to reel in a game-winning touchdown. After being held without a score in his rookie season, Gesicki caught 51 of 89 targets for 570 yards and five touchdowns across 16 games this year. The Dolphins will work to further develop the ultra-athletic Penn State product into a key part of their passing game in 2020.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • First career two-touchdown day

    Gesicki secured six of 12 targets for 82 yards and two touchdowns in the Dolphins' 38-35 overtime win against the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: The second-year tight end was clicking with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick on Sunday, recording scoring grabs of 31 and 13 yards in the second and third quarters, respectively. Gesicki has come to life after a mostly moribund first half of the season, as he's brought in 32 of 57 targets for 383 yards and four touchdowns over his last eight games. Gesicki will look to put a fitting stamp on his strong second half in a tough matchup against the Patriots in Week 17.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four catches in loss

    Gesicki caught four of eight targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 36-20 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Gesicki has cooled down after a two-game touchdown streak, totaling five catches for 53 yards in two games since. The second-year tight end has tantalizing physical gifts, but he's still trying to find consistency. Playing for a 3-11 Dolphins team doesn't help in that regard, though a prime matchup awaits Week 16 with the 1-13 Bengals coming to town.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls off against Jets

    Gesicki was only able to bring in one of five targets for a gain of six yards during Sunday's 22-21 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki had a nice two-game run prior to Sunday's outing, totaling 107 yards and two touchdowns, but he was unable to keep up that pace against a Jets defense that's been stingy against tight ends all season. If there is a silver lining to Sunday's clunker, it's that Gesicki was targeted in the red zone three times, all from inside the 10-yard line, after seeing just four total red-zone targets coming into the game. He'll look to convert some of those into touchdowns Sunday against the Giants'…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores for second straight game

    Gesicki caught five of seven targets for 79 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-31 win against the Eagles.

    Analysis: The second-year tight end has seemingly opened the floodgates in the TD department, as he's now scored in consecutive weeks after failing to reach the end zone during his first 26 regular-season games. He's been more highly involved than ever over the past two weeks, commanding a combined 14 targets against the Browns and Eagles after garnering just 4.3 targets per game between Weeks 1 and 11. Gesicki is operating within a Dolphins offense that has exceeded 24 points in three of its past five…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches first career TD in loss

    Gesicki secured three of seven targets for 28 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 41-24 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

    Analysis: The second-year tight end finally broke the scoring ice in his career Sunday, bringing in an 11-yard touchdown toss from Ryan Fitzpatrick early in the third quarter for the Dolphins' first touchdown of the game. Gesicki came into the NFL a season ago with a reputation as an above-average pass-catching tight end, but the Dolphins' quarterback issues have played a large part in the Penn State product's underwhelming numbers overall. Gesicki does seem to be building some momentum with at least…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check

    Gesicki caught four of six passes for 18 total yards during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Gesicki was targeted six times for the third consecutive contest Sunday, but -- unlike at other points this season -- he was unable to make the defense pay downfield. The sophomore's stock is rising since there is an obvious concerted effort to get him the ball, but he's been too inconsistent to rely on with just two games of over 50 yards receiving and no scores this season. It'd be a surprise if he much of a step forward against a very good Cleveland pass defense Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes step back

    Gesicki hauled in three of his six targets for 28 yards in the team's Week 10 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Gesicki finished second on the team with six targets but failed to work downfield. His longest reception went for just 12 yards, but his performance was undone by a lost fumble on the team's opening drive. He was also responsible for one of Ryan Fitzpatrick's interceptions when he allowed Darius Leonard to wrestle the ball out of his hands. Gesicki's role in the Dolphins' offense appears set, though his ability to turn that into production remains unsteady.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 7:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career game as team finally wins

    Gesicki caught all six of his targets for 95 yards in Sunday's 26-18 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gesicki delivered career highs in both catches and yards. The 2018 second-rounder is still looking for his first career touchdown, but there's still untapped upside in Gesicki, whose tremendous physical traits made scouts take notice at the 2018 combine. If he can build on this performance and deliver a strong second half to his sophomore season, Gesicki would quickly turn into an intriguing sleeper ahead of the 2020 campaign, when Miami will hopefully have much more competent quarterback play.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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