- Noah Gray
- #83
- Team KC
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Claims lone target on TNF
Gray hauled in his only target for two yards during Thursday's 20-13 loss to Denver.
Analysis: Gray fell below a 50 percent offensive snap share for the third time in the last four games, and minimal production has come over that span, tallying just two catches for 16 yards on four targets. He's got a final audition on tap in Week 18 before the waiting game begins regarding Travis Kelce's decision whether or not to play another season or hang up the cleats, potentially opening a starting role to Gray. Even if Kelce opts to retire, there's no guarantee the Chiefs' brass views Gray as the…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 26 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Non-factor against Tennessee
Gray failed to record a single target in Sunday's 26-9 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Gray was not targeted for the second straight week despite playing 23 of the Chiefs' 45 offensive snaps Sunday. The 26-year-old tight end's 51 percent snap share was his highest share since Week 11, but the veteran was unable to get involved in an offense that struggled without Patrick Mahomes (knee), who is done for the season. Gray remains far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 17 rematch against the Broncos.
Published: Wed, Dec 24 at 4:45am by Rotowire.com
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Blanked in box score
Gray wasn't targeted during Sunday's 16-13 loss versus the Chargers.
Analysis: Gray's 38 percent snap share was one his lowest rates of the season, and he finished the game without a target for just the second time this season as a result. With starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) done for the season and Travis Kelce ahead of him on the depth chart, Gray's fantasy outlook isn't especially appealing heading into the final three weeks of the season. Even if Kelce opts to retire this offseason, the Chiefs won't necessarily view Gray as the heir apparent at the…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 16 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Little production on Sunday night
Gray gathered in one of his three targets for 14 yards during Sunday's 20-10 defeat versus Houston.
Analysis: Gray's lone catch came on the last play of the contest, and he was unable to reel in either of the other two passes headed his direction. The fifth-year tight end hasn't notched more than three catches in a game this year and has yet to reach the end zone, so there isn't a ton to like from a fantasy standpoint. Even if Travis Kelce elects to hang up the cleats following the 2025 campaign, questions remain surrounding Gray's viability as a starting tight end.
Published: Tue, Dec 9 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Week 14
Gray (concussion/shoulder) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Texans.
Analysis: Gray entered the league's concussion protocol following the Chiefs' Week 12 loss to the Colts, which prevented him from playing in Kansas City's Thanksgiving Day loss to Dallas. The fifth-year tight end has also been working through a shoulder injury, but he's been cleared to play against Houston after logging a full practice week. Gray will return to his TE2 role behind Travis Kelce, which means less offensive snaps will be available for Robert Tonyan and Jared Wiley.
Published: Fri, Dec 5 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Wednesday
Gray (concussion) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Gray missed last week's loss to the Cowboys, but he's progressing well and appears on track to clear the league's concussion protocol before Sunday's game versus the Texans. Gray typically plays more than half the offensive snaps in a game. He has produced 16 receptions for 132 yards through 11 games.
Published: Wed, Dec 3 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Thursday
Gray (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.
Analysis: Gray's next chance to see game action will arrive Dec. 7 against the Texans. In his absence Thursday afternoon, Robert Tonyanand Jared Wiley will be next in line for TE snaps that don't go to starter Travis Kelce.
Published: Wed, Nov 26 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Tuesday's practice
Head coach Andy Reid said that Gray (concussion) won't participate in Tuesday's practice, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: With Gray not yet cleared for practice after entering the concussion protocol following Sunday's overtime victory over the Colts, he would appear to be a long shot to play Thursday in Dallas. Assuming Gray ends up being ruled out for the Thanksgiving Day matchup, Robert Tonyan and Jared Wiley would be next in line to provide depth at tight end behind Travis Kelce.
Published: Tue, Nov 25 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable for walkthrough
Gray (concussion) was estimated to be a non-participant at the Chiefs' walkthrough Monday.
Analysis: Gray suffered a concussion in the team's 23-20 overtime win against the Colts on Sunday, so his inability to participate Monday comes as no surprise. The tight end will have to clear concussion protocol in order to play in Thursday's contest against the Cowboys, which feels like a long shot. If Gray is unable to go in Week 13, Robert Tonyan would stand to operate in the top reserve spot at tight end behind Travis Kelce in Dallas.
Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Possible concussion
Gray is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts.
Analysis: Gray was taken to the locker room late in the fourth quarter, and given the stage of the game, it is unlikely that he will return Sunday. Robert Tonyan will be the Chiefs' backup tight end behind Travis Kelce the rest of the way.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production against Denver
Gray caught two of three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Gray played 36 of the Chiefs' 70 offensive snaps Sunday, behind Travis Kelce (55) and ahead of Robert Tonyan (8). The 26-year-old did not play a big role in Kansas City's passing attack, doing very little with the three targets he saw in the contest. Meanwhile, Kelce dominated from a statistical standpoint, recording nine catches on 13 targets for 91 yards and a touchdown. Barring an injury to Kelce, Gray is not a trustworthy option for fantasy purposes. Next up for the Chiefs is a matchup at…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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Season-low snap count versus Bills
Gray couldn't retrieve his lone target during Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Gray saw a steep decline in usage during Sunday's tilt, likely due to the Chiefs trailing most of the game and utilizing a more pass-centric approach than usual. Gray's 37 percent snap share marked his lowest snap share of the season, and his 22 offensive snaps were a season-low mark. Gray doesn't possess much fantasy appeal as a backup tight end to Travis Kelce but could move on to the radar should Kelce miss any time in the future.
Published: Tue, Nov 4 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted four times in Week 8
Gray reeled in two of four targets for 23 yards during Monday's 28-7 victory against the Commanders.
Analysis: Gray continues to see healthy usage in a heavy two-tight end offensive scheme in KC, playing 55-plus percent of the snaps in every game since Week 2. Even so, Gray doesn't provide a ton in the way of fantasy value, registering more than two catches just once all season while failing to reach pay dirt. Gray figures to remain a background figure in the offense as long as star tight end Travis Kelce is on the field.
Published: Tue, Oct 28 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes most of lone target
Gray gathered in his only target for 28 yards during Sunday's 31-0 victory versus the Raiders.
Analysis: Gray continued a trend that isn't particularly promising from a fantasy standpoint, logging two or fewer targets for the fourth consecutive contest. His 59 percent offensive snap share is around par for the course, but the Chiefs took a 21-0 lead into the halftime locker room and added 10 more points in the third quarter, leading to a run-heavy approach for much of the second half. Even in close games, Gray isn't involved enough in the game plan to warrant a roster spot in the majority of…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 21 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high yardage total in Week 6
Gray reeled in both of his targets for 25 yards during Sunday's 30-17 win versus the Lions.
Analysis: Gray hasn't posted any fantasy-worthy stat lines this season, notching no more than three catches in a contest. He's recorded just eight catches for 47 yards overall this season and has yet to reach pay dirt after doing so five times last season. Gray isn't of particular fantasy interest as long as Travis Kelce remains available, but he could spark some interest should Kelce miss any time.
Published: Tue, Oct 14 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal impact in Week 4
Gray gathered in his only target for one yard during Sunday's 37-20 win versus the Ravens.
Analysis: Gray's Week 4 showing is a bit of a disappointment after he claimed a combined 11 targets over the previous two contests. Gray has combined his season efforts to accumulate just six catches for 22 yards through four games, and any value he may have likely directly links to the availability of Travis Kelce. As long as Kelce is healthy and playing his full complement of snaps, Gray is unlikely to find fantasy relevance, barring the occasional touchdown.
Published: Tue, Sep 30 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted six times in win
Gray caught three of six targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 22-9 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Gray played 68 percent of the Chiefs' offensive snaps Sunday, his highest snap share of the season. Meanwhile, teammate Travis Kelce played 74 percent of the snaps, his lowest mark through three games. Despite his increase in snap share and targets, Gray was unable to get much going while the Kansas City's offense continues to try to find its footing early in the 2025 campaign. The 26-year-old remains difficult to trust for fantasy purposes heading into a Week 4 matchup against the Ravens.
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 3:42am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in loss
Gray caught one of five targets for one yard in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Despite seeing an uptick in playing time and targets in Week 2, Gray only had one catch. After playing just 41 percent of the Chiefs' offensive snaps in Week 1 and seeing only one target, the veteran tight end's five targets tied for the second-highest total of any Kansas City pass catcher against the Eagles, and his snap share jumped to 65 percent. With the Chiefs' offense struggling so far this season and Travis Kelce healthy, Gray's does not have a clear path to meaningful production. The…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 16 at 7:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Secures only target in Week 1 loss
Gray brought in his lone target for three yards during the Chiefs' 27-21 loss to the Chargers on Friday night.
Analysis: Gray played 41 percent of offensive snaps behind top tight end Travis Kelce, but even with Xavier Worthy (shoulder) being forced off the field after three snaps and Rashee Rice (suspension) unavailable, Gray's target share didn't notably increase. He'll again contribute behind Kelce as Kansas City prepares for a Super Bowl rematch against the Eagles in Week 2.
Published: Sat, Sep 6 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal action in Week 18
Gray gathered in his only target for one yard and rushed once for minus-4 yards during Sunday's 38-0 loss versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Gray wound up playing just four snaps in the contest with the top seed in the AFC already in hand. He managed to secure his lone target on the day for just a yard, but it allowed him to cap off his fourth season with a career-best 40 receptions, 437 yards and five touchdowns on 49 targets. Gray inked a contract extension with the Chiefs before the 2024 campaign, so he's potentially tied to the team through the 2027 season.
Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Another one-catch outing
Gray caught his only target for six yards in Wednesday's 29-10 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Gray was the only player to catch exactly one pass from Patrick Mahomes on Wednesday while seven Chiefs recorded two or more receptions. After posting four consecutive four-catch performances in Weeks 11-14, Gray has added only four catches in Weeks 15-17 combined.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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Makes one grab versus Houston
Gray secured his only target for 10 yards during Saturday's 27-19 win over the Texans.
Analysis: Gray saw his lowest target total since Week 9 during Saturday's game, which featured the long-awaited regular-season debut of Hollywood Brown in a Chiefs uniform. Gray remained around his usual snap share, playing 50 percent of offensive snaps behind starter Travis Kelce. Gray should remain on the fantasy radar in leagues that start multiple tight ends heading into Wednesday's road matchup against Pittsburgh.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Crosses goal line against Browns
Gray logged two receptions on five targets for 21 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 21-7 win against Cleveland.
Analysis: Gray didn't cross the 60-percent snap threshold in Week 15 like he did in the two previous contests, and he was unable to match the four grabs he totaled in each of the previous four games, but he made one of his two catches count by turning in his fifth touchdown of the 2024 campaign. Gray still amassed five targets in the contest -- his average over the last five games -- but Patrick Mahomes' ankle sprain could be worrisome for Kansas City's pass catchers. If Mahomes is unable to go against…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Notches four grabs against Chargers
Gray reeled in four of five targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 19-17 victory against the Chargers.
Analysis: Gray continues to see consistent work alongside Travis Kelce in two-tight end sets, claiming a 61 percent snap count share during Week 14, surpassing 60 percent of offensive snaps in three of the past four weeks. He's also logged an uptick in production over that four-game span, equaling his previous season high with four catches in each of the four games. Still, Gray is likely touchdown-dependent to claim fantasy relevance weekly, and he hasn't done so in either of the last two games after…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Productive again in Week 13
Gray finished Friday's 19-17 victory against Las Vegas with four catches on six targets for 58 yards.
Analysis: Though Gray couldn't get into the end zone after tallying two touchdowns in each of his previous two games, the fourth-year tight end still had a strong showing, as he ranked third on Kansas City in receiving yards. Two of his receptions went for over 20 yards, and Gray surpassed 50 yards overall for the third time this season. It's become clear of late that Gray (62 percent offensive snap share) and Travis Kelce (90 percent offensive snap share), who logged seven catches for 68 yards in the…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Two more scores
Gray recorded four catches on four targets for 66 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Panthers.
Analysis: Gray scored twice for the second consecutive week, this time coming on receptions of 35 and 11 yards. He's now earned at least four targets in consecutive games and seems to be prioritized ahead of peripheral pass catchers in the Chiefs' offense such as JuJu Smith-Schuster and Justin Watson. That could give Gray some streaming appeal going forward, though his overall lack of volume still makes him unreliable on a weekly basis.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 10:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts first career multi-TD game
Gray gathered in four of five targets for 23 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 30-21 loss against the Bills.
Analysis: Gray made the most of his targets in the red zone, collecting a pair of them for his first career multi-touchdown effort. The tight end played only two snaps fewer than Travis Kelce in Sunday's affair. Gray should continue to see regular reps in two-tight end sets and when Kelce needs a breather. That said, Gray's two touchdowns Sunday also marked his first two of the season, so this effort should be viewed as more of an anomaly than a repeatable performance.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Sees downturn in playing time
Gray hauled in each of his two targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 16-14 win versus the Broncos.
Analysis: After a promising four-game stretch spanning Week 4 to Week 8 that saw Gray post 13 catches for 158 yards, the fourth-year tight end has posted just two catches total over the past two games. Gray also saw a slight downturn in his playing time, just 39 snaps (57 percent) after he crossed the 60-percent threshold in each of the last three games. Either way, Gray has yet to find pay dirt this season and is the clear No. 2 at tight end, so he's likely nothing more than a deep dynasty stash at this…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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No catches in win
Gray didn't catch his lone target in Monday's 30-24 overtime win versus the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Gray has performed quite well this season as the No. 2 tight end behind star TE Travis Kelce, as the former has produced 17 receptions for 208 yards through eight games. He needs to find the end zone to have any fantasy appeal.
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 7:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Season-high snap share in Week 8
Gray hauled in all three of his targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 27-20 victory against the Raiders.
Analysis: Gray continues to see significant work and has posted a combined seven catches for 89 yards over the last two weeks after compiling only 10 catches over the first five games to open the year. He's also seen a spike in playing time as the Chiefs run more two-tight end sets. Gray likely remains off the radar in most redraft formats but could be worth consideration in some dynasty formats as the heir apparent to the lead tight end role when Travis Kelce calls it quits.
Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver on four targets
Gray brought in all four of his targets for 66 yards in Sunday's 28-18 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Gray finished as the Chiefs' leading receiver in an odd game that featured no passing touchdowns from either side. San Francisco keyed its defensive focus on limiting star tight end Travis Kelce (4-17-0), allowing the 25-year-old Gray to operate freely for his highest receiving total of the season. Fantasy managers should consider this a high-water mark for Gray so long as Kelce remains healthy, which the latter should be for next Sunday's tilt against the Raiders.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Claims two passes on MNF
Gray gathered in both of his targets for 29 yards during Monday's 26-13 victory against the Saints.
Analysis: Gray saw his workload climb a bit Monday as the Chiefs ran more two-tight end sets, and this could prove to be a theme moving forward with Hollywood Brown (shoulder) and Rashee Rice (knee) both done for the regular season and potentially beyond. Even if that's the case, Gray hasn't emerged as a major threat in the passing attack just yet, but he has reeled in 10 of 11 targets for 119 yards to date. Gray is likely fine to leave on waivers in most formats, but he could hold some small value in…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Posts season-best line in Week 4
Gray reeled in all four of his targets for 40 yards during Sunday's 17-10 win versus the Chargers.
Analysis: Gray's four grabs and 40 yards were high-water marks for the season. He played 32 offensive snaps in the contest, which is about on par with his previous work. The fourth-year tight could claim a heavier share of the snap pie moving forward following star wideout Rashee Rice's knee injury Sunday. Outside of veteran tight end Travis Kelce and rookie Xavier Worthy, the Chiefs will need some pass-catching options to step up. Gray's 4-40 line from Sunday at least displays a pulse in what otherwise…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 1 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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Snares one pass in Week 3
Gray logged one reception (on two targets) for 13 yards during Sunday's 22-17 victory over the Falcons.
Analysis: Gray continues to operate in the second-string role at tight end behind Travis Kelce, playing 50 percent of the offensive snaps in Sunday's tilt. However, he only ran 14 routes in the game, which isn't particularly conducive to a sizable fantasy output. Barring Travis Kelce missing time, Gray isn't worth rostering in fantasy formats other than dynasty, where he could hold future value once Kelce calls it quits.
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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No impression on Week 2 box score
Gray went without a target in Sunday's 26-25 victory over Cincinnati.
Analysis: On a more positive note, Gray still played 57 percent of the offensive snaps in the game, marking a slight bump from his playing time in the opener against the Ravens. Still, he's unlikely to compile worthwhile fantasy totals while serving in the second-string role at tight end, especially with an additional weapon available to Patrick Mahomes in rookie Xavier Worthy, and with second-year wideout Rashee Rice still gobbling up a hefty target share. Gray could enter the conversation a bit more…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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Makes three grabs in Week 1 win
Gray secured all three of his targets for 37 yards during Thursday's 27-20 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Gray outperformed star tight end Travis Kelce, who had three grabs for 34 yards despite drawing one more target, during Kansas City's season opener. The 2021 fifth-round pick, who signed a three-year extension just prior to Thursday's game, played 54 percent of offensive snaps compared to Kelce's 89 percent, so he remains relegated to backup duties heading into a Week 2 matchup against the Bengals. Still, if Gray can continue looking solid in two-TE sets, he may emerge as a viable fantasy…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Inks three-year extension
The Chiefs signed Gray to a three-year, $18 million contract extension Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The deal contains $10.1 million guaranteed. Gray was set to enter the final year of his rookie deal in 2024, but the two sides worked out an extension ahead of Thursday night's kickoff with the Ravens. Gray hasn't produced much in the box score across three seasons, turning in a 63-640-4 receiving line across 50 games, but he's cemented himself as Travis Kelce's top backup.
Published: Thu, Sep 5 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Production stagnates in 2023
Gray finished the 2023 regular season with 28 catches for 305 yards and two touchdowns on 41 targets.
Analysis: While Gray didn't take a step back this season, he didn't really leap forward offensively either, essentially matching his numbers from a season ago. Travis Kelce turns 35 in October and is likely drawing closer to the end of his career, so the Chiefs' brass may evaluate this offseason whether Gray is the future of the tight end position in KC. Gray remains on his rookie deal through the 2024 campaign and will presumably continue to contribute in two-tight end sets next season, assuming the…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 17 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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Nabs three passes
Gray gathered in three of four targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 25-17 win against the Bengals.
Analysis: Gray continues to see work alongside Travis Kelce at tight end in two-tight end sets, but he hasn't reeled in more than three passes in a game this year. He has just two touchdowns on the ledger. He hasn't compiled more than 38 receiving yards in a game this year, leaving him well off the fantasy radar in leagues besides ones potentially holding him in deep dynasty formats, where he could gain value should Kelce elect to retire after the 2023 campaign. That said, Gray could see slightly…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Records three receptions
Gray played 30 of the Chiefs' 60 snaps on offense and finished with three catches for 30 yards on three targets in Sunday's 31-17 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Gray failed to record a reception for the first time all season in the Chiefs' Week 11 loss to the Eagles, but he was able to bounce back nicely in Kansas City's come-from-behind win over the Raiders. As long as top tight end Travis Kelce is available, Gray is unlikely to rank as anything more than a tertiary option in the Kansas City passing game, though the Duke product does at least see fairly consistent involvement. Gray has drawn between one and five targets in each of his 11 appearances…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal impact continues
Gray reeled in both of his targets for 14 yards during Thursday's 19-8 victory against the Broncos.
Analysis: While Gray is seeing a decent number of snaps consistently, it's simply the case among any targets not named Travis Kelce in the passing attack that the looks are going to be widely distributed. Gray has no more than three targets in a contest since the season opener, and there's little reason to expect any change on that front as long as Kelce is available.
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 10:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches pair of catches Sunday
Gray gathered in both of his targets for 21 yards during Sunday's 27-20 victory versus the Vikings.
Analysis: Gray saw an uptick in his playing time this week due to Travis Kelce missing some action during the contest after Kelce suffered an ankle injury midgame. Pending the status of Kelce for Thursday's contest against the Broncos, Gray could be in line for a slightly healthier workload, though that doesn't guarantee a sizable fantasy output.
Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go at Jets
Gray (illness) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at the Jets.
Analysis: After missing practice Wednesday and Thursday with an illness, Gray was a full participant at practice Friday and will suit up for Week 4. His snap count has remained relatively steady even with the return of Travis Kelce, but he's only seen five targets over the past two games.
Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Still recovering from illness
Gray (illness) did not practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Gray was also absent from practice Wednesday as he continues to work to get himself back to full health. The Duke product still has a couple of days to recover before the Chiefs' game against the Jets on Sunday, but he'll remain questionable for the contest for now.
Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with illness
Gray (illness) will not practice Wednesday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Gray still has a few days to recover before the team's Week 4 contest with the Jets, but he is currently questionable for the game. If he's unable to play, Blake Bell would likely need to step into a larger workload, while the Chiefs may need to elevate Matt Bushman from the practice squad.
Published: Wed, Sep 27 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes
Gray secured all three of his targets for 38 yards in Sunday's 17-9 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Gray reeled in three catches for the second-straight week, despite Travis Kelce making his 2023 debut in Week 2. Surprisingly, the third-year tight end's 41 offensive snaps Sunday were just two fewer than that of Kelce, who saw a team-high nine targets in the contest. Gray's role will likely be limited moving forward and should keep him off the fantasy radar in Week 3 when the Chiefs host the Bears.
Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 5:08am by Rotowire.com
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Headed back to No. 2 role
Gray is set to serve as the Chiefs' No. 2 tight end in Sunday's game against the Jaguars with starter Travis Kelce (knee) listed as questionable but expected to make his season debut, Ed Easton Jr. of USA Today reports.
Analysis: While Kelce was sidelined for the Chiefs' season-opening loss to the Lions, Gray stepped into a starting role and played a career-high 87 percent of Kansas City's offensive snaps. Despite the heightened snap count, Gray didn't come close to matching Kelce's usual production as a receiver, recording three catches for 31 yards on five targets. Though Gray often took the field for more than half of the Chiefs' offensive snaps in games when Kelce was available last season, the former often served…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:10am by Rotowire.com
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Serviceable in Week 1 spot start
Gray brought in three of five targets for 31 yards in the Chiefs' 21-20 loss to the Lions on Thursday night.
Analysis: Gray drew the start for Travis Kelce (knee), but it was fellow tight end Blake Bell who scored a touchdown between the two fill-ins. However, Gray tied for second in receptions and third in receiving yards on the night for the Chiefs, who used an all-hands-on-deck approach in their attempt to make up for Kelce's absence. The third-year pro took a sizable step forward in his production in 2022 with a 28-299-1 line on 34 targets, so Thursday's production could be somewhat indicative of what could…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 10:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to start for injured Kelce
Gray is expected to serve as the Chiefs' starting tight end for Thursday's game against the Lions with Travis Kelce (knee) inactive for the contest, Sports Radio 810 WHB Kansas City reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs have Blake Bell and practice-squad call-up Matt Bushman available as additional options at tight end, but Gray is listed second on the depth chart and should thus be first in line to fill in for Kelce, who will miss his first game since Week 16 of the 2021 season. Gray technically already has nine other NFL starts to his name, but Thursday's contest should represent the most prominent opportunity he's had in his three-year career to date. Even while backing Kelce up the past two…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Could start Week 1 if Kelce sits
Gray appears to be first in line to serve as Kansas City's top pass-catching tight end in Thursday's game against the Lions if Travis Kelce (knee) is sidelined for the contest, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kelce departed Tuesday's practice with a hyperextended knee, and while the team's initial feeling is that the eight-time Pro Bowler avoided a long-term injury, his status is still in doubt for Thursday's season opener, per Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. If Kelce ends up sitting or is limited in some capacity Thursday, Gray likely wouldn't command the same sort of target volume, but the third-year Duke product may still draw enough looks to make for an intriguing streaming…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 5 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in regular-season finale
Gray gathered in their only target for 14 yards during the Week 18 win against the Raiders.
Analysis: Gray tallied just one catch in each of the final three games of the regular season and no more than three in any single game while reaching pay dirt just once through the air and once on the ground. Gray at least finished 2022 with an offensive snap count percentage (52.7) north of 50 for the first time in his young career and may be aligned as the top in-house option to take over at tight end once Travis Kelce retires. Until then, and assuming the team doesn't upgrade the tight end depth by…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Grabs another three passes
Gray reeled in all three targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 30-24 overtime win versus Houston.
Analysis: Gray has accumulated three grabs in each of the last two weeks, a number he has reached four times but hasn't bested so far this year. Gray also has just two touchdowns -- one receiving and one rushing -- on the season, so he's not particularly relevant in most formats. However, he may still be worthy as a bench stash in some dynasty leagues just in case he takes over as the starting tight end in Kansas City once Travis Kelce retires.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Nabs three passes versus Denver
Gray reeled in all three targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 34-28 win against the Broncos.
Analysis: Gray has played a fair amount over the last four weeks, logging snap shares near or above 60 percent. He matched a season-high total for both yards and receptions Sunday, which speaks to where he is currently as a fantasy tight end. Gray doesn't fit on many rosters at this point but could be worth a stash in some dynasty formats as the potential heir at the tight end position in Kansas City once Travis Kelce hangs up the cleats.
Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Adds two more catches to ledger
Gray was on the field for 49 of the Chiefs' 76 snaps on offense and caught two passes for 16 yards on two targets in Sunday's 26-10 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Even though he's the Chiefs' No. 2 tight end behind Travis Kelce, Gray has arguably out-produced multiple low-end starters around the NFL while he continues to share the field frequently with the seven-time Pro Bowler. Gray has played at least 43 percent of the Chiefs' offensive snaps in each of the team's first 11 games and has drawn at least one target on each occasion, producing an 18-174-1 receiving line in the process. He's also added a one-yard rushing touchdown to his ledger. Should…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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Hits paydirt in Week 10
Gray recorded two receptions for 20 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes found both of his top two tight ends for scores in the Week 10 victory, as Travis Kelce also cashed in with a seven-yard touchdown grab late in the third quarter. Kelce remains locked in as the Chiefs' top pass catcher and arguably the best fantasy tight end, but Gray often shares the field with him and has held a consistent, albeit low-upside role within the Kansas City offense. In the Chiefs' nine games, Gray's offensive snap share has ranged between 41 and 57…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Credited with first rushing TD
Gray carried once for a one-yard touchdown in Sunday's 41-31 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Though the tight end couldn't corral his lone target on the night, he found paydirt for the first time this season when he motioned in front of quarterback Patrick Mahomes and plunged across the goal line on a direct snap. All three of the Chiefs' tight ends finished the game with six points, as Travis Kelce and Jody Fortson both recorded receiving touchdowns. Moving forward, Gray and Fortson will likely continue to function mostly as blockers whenever they're on the field.
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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Records longest reception of career
Gray recorded a 26-yard reception on two targets while playing 25 of the Chiefs' 59 offensive snaps in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Gray's 26-yard catch and run with less than a minute left in the third quarter marked the longest reception through his first two seasons in the NFL. With snap shares ranging between 42 and 55 percent in each of the three games the Chiefs have played this season, Gray has carved out a larger role than anticipated behind top tight end Travis Kelce. Head coach Andy Reid hasn't been shy about having Gray and Kelce share the field together, but Gray typically functions as a blocker in those…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Records 10-yard catch
Gray snagged a 10-yard reception across two targets in Sunday's 44-21 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Starting tight end Travis Kelce had a huge outing in Week 1 (eight receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown on nine targets), but the Chiefs were still able to find playing time for depth options in Gray (36 snaps) and Fortson (22 snaps). Gray and Fortson are still likely to operate mostly as blockers when they're on the field, limiting the upside of both players so long as Kelce and the team's other key pass catchers are available.
Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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Reprises backup role
Following the recent NFL Draft, Gray remains in the mix to back up Travis Kelce along with Blake Bell and Jody Fortson (Achilles), Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Of course, as long as Kelce, who logged 159 targets last season, remains available, there's not going to be much volume for Kansas City's reserve tight ends. In 2021, Gray caught seven of his 10 targets for 36 yards and a TD in 16 games. Meanwhile, Bell logged 13 targets in 16 contests and Fortson five in six outings. In the event that Kelce misses time for any reason in 2022, it's unclear who would fill in as the team's starting TE, with a time-share approach in which Gray -- a 2021…read more
Published: Fri, May 6 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Sunday
Gray (ankle) won't return to Sunday's contest against the Bengals.
Analysis: Gray was forced to leave the AFC Championship Game in the first half due to an ankle issue. In Gray's absence, Blake Bell may see increased snaps behind Travis Kelce.
Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return Sunday
Gray is questionable to return Sunday against the Bengals due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Gray wasn't targeted in the passing game before he had to leave the AFC Championship Game. He registered two targets in each of the Chiefs' previous two playoff games, so if he's unable to come back, Blake Bell may have an increased role behind Travis Kelce.
Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs seven passes in rookie season
Gray was not targeted in the regular-season finale against the Broncos.
Analysis: Gray finished out his rookie season with the Chiefs having amassed seven catches for 36 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets. While it's nothing to write home about, the 2021 fifth-round pick did grade out pretty well as a blocker overall and stands a good chance of moving up a spot on the depth chart in 2022. Blake Bell's one-year deal expires following the season, and Gray seems to have performed well enough to potentially move into the top backup role next year. That could entail some…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing time returns to normal
Gray caught his only target for six yards during Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Gray has tallied a total of three receptions for 18 yards over the past two games after failing to record a reception in the three prior contests. That being said, Gray saw just 17 percent of the offensive snaps in the contest, his lowest since Week 9 against the Packers after he played a season-high 72 percent last week with Travis Kelce sidelined. As long as Kelce and Blake Bell are healthy, it's unlikely Gray will see a ton more playing time than what he's currently receiving.
Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees uptick in playing time
Gray compiled a pair of catches for 12 yards on two targets Sunday versus the Steelers. He played a season-high 50 snaps in the contest.
Analysis: Gray saw the biggest boost in his playing time with Travis Kelce (COVID-19 protocols) sitting out and turned in his best effort of the season, albeit to the tune of just two catches for 12 yards. He only figures to be slightly interesting next week if Kelce remains out of commission against the Bengals.
Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Held without catch again
Gray was not targeted in Thursday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Gray has not received a target since Week 11 versus Dallas but has played 20-plus percent of the offensive snaps in each of the last five contests. That trend figures to continue next week, and Gray could be looking at an expansion in his snap count if Travis Kelce -- who was placed on the COVID-19/reserve list Monday -- isn't cleared to play ahead of Sunday's clash with the Steelers.
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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Making good initial impression
Gray has performed well during offseason workouts and could see a significant amount of playing time both occasionally spelling Travis Kelce and playing in two-tight-end sets, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs selected Gray in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft with hopes of grooming him as a potential replacement for the 31-year-old Kelce down the road. It appears he's off to a good start in that regard, and he could be in line for a good amount of work as a rookie if he keeps it up. Gray finished out his 2020 season at Duke with 29 catches for 285 yards and a pair of touchdowns over 10 games.
Published: Fri, Jun 25 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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