Noah Gray has quietly become a reliable piece of the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive puzzle, drawing 37 targets a season ago and converting them into 21 catches for 178 yards, though he has yet to find the end zone.
The Injury Context
Patrick Mahomes is set to resume his duties after a serious knee injury, and the team is looking for a dependable safety valve in the passing game.
Travis Kelce, the franchise's all‑time great at the position, may see reduced snaps or miss time, opening a window for Gray to step into a larger role.
Analysts at ESPN’s fantasy desk have penciled in a 2026 line of 26 receptions, 262 yards and a single touchdown, translating to roughly 60.56 fantasy points, a projection that could make Gray an attractive late‑round pick.
If Kelce’s production dips or he is sidelined, Gray’s familiarity with Mahomes and his knack for short‑range routes could turn him into a surprise contributor, especially in PPR formats.