Patrick Gurd Fantasy outlook, stats and Week 5 start/sit for 2026
- Age
- 24
- Height / weight
- 6'4", 250 lb
- Experience
- Rookie
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- -
- Pos rank
- -
- Rostered
- -
Week 5 at Patriots, Sun Oct 11, 1:00 PM ET 32nd vs. TEs, tough
Patrick Gurd's 2026 Season, Week by Week
The next four matchups are a tough stretch ahead.
- Week 2, Win,at LAC,-,Did not play
- Week 3, Win,at NO,-,Did not play
- Week 4, Loss,vs KC,-,Did not play
- Up next. Week 5, Oct 11,at NE,ToughPatriots vs. TEs
- Week 6, Oct 18,vs BUF,ToughBills vs. TEs
- Week 7, Oct 25,vs LAR,ToughRams vs. TEs
- Week 8, Nov 1,at NYJ,NeutralJets vs. TEs
Matchup rank is PPR points allowed to TEs through Week 4. 1st allows the most, 32nd the fewest.
Should You Start or Roster Patrick Gurd?
Gurd profiles as a deep depth piece with no fantasy footprint and no advanced-stat history to lean on. He sits behind one of the league's most lopsided tight-end rooms in Las Vegas, where Brock Bowers is a target-hog centerpiece, Michael Mayer is the established TE2, and Ian Thomas offers veteran insurance. That stacks Gurd at or near the bottom of the depth chart with effectively zero projected routes in three-receiver sets.
With no draft capital on record and no measurable NFL production, there is no realistic redraft or even near-term dynasty case here. His path to relevance requires multiple injuries ahead of him plus a role expansion that nothing in his resume yet supports. For all 2026 formats, this is a clear waiver-wire name to leave alone unless training-camp reports show a surprising special-teams-to-offense climb.
Rest-of-Season Outlook and Availability
Outlook
With no draft capital on record and no measurable NFL production, there is no realistic redraft or even near-term dynasty case here. His path to relevance requires multiple injuries ahead of him plus a role expansion that nothing in his resume yet supports. For all 2026 formats, this is a clear waiver-wire name to leave alone unless training-camp reports show a surprising special-teams-to-offense climb. Full outlook
Injury status
Active, no designation
Patrick Gurd Fantasy Football FAQ
Should I start Patrick Gurd in Week 5?
Patrick Gurd plays Week 5 at the Patriots. The Patriots rank 32nd in PPR points allowed to TEs, a tough matchup. Get the start/sit call for Gurd.
What are Patrick Gurd's upcoming fantasy football matchups?
Patrick Gurd's next three games are Week 5 at the Patriots (32nd in PPR points allowed to TEs, tough), Week 6 vs. the Bills (24th in PPR points allowed to TEs, tough) and Week 7 vs. the Rams (31st in PPR points allowed to TEs, tough). Zero of them are favorable by points allowed to the position.
Preseason Projection vs. Reality
Our 2026 Preseason Outlook
Gurd profiles as a deep depth piece with no fantasy footprint and no advanced-stat history to lean on. He sits behind one of the league's most lopsided tight-end rooms in Las Vegas, where Brock Bowers is a target-hog centerpiece, Michael Mayer is the established TE2, and Ian Thomas offers veteran insurance. That stacks Gurd at or near the bottom of the depth chart with effectively zero projected routes in three-receiver sets.
With no draft capital on record and no measurable NFL production, there is no realistic redraft or even near-term dynasty case here. His path to relevance requires multiple injuries ahead of him plus a role expansion that nothing in his resume yet supports. For all 2026 formats, this is a clear waiver-wire name to leave alone unless training-camp reports show a surprising special-teams-to-offense climb.
What Could Change His Value
Upside
- The scheduleNone of his next four opponents is a top-10 matchup for TEs.Wk 5 NE, 32ndWk 6 BUF, 24thWk 7 LAR, 31stWk 8 NYJ, 22nd
Risk
- Tough matchupsThe Patriots in Week 5 (32nd) and the Bills in Week 6 (24th) are among the stingiest defenses against TEs.
Patrick Gurd Fantasy Outlook FAQ
What could hurt Patrick Gurd's fantasy value?
Patrick Gurd's risks: the Patriots in Week 5 and the Bills in Week 6 are tough matchups. See his injury status and history.
How difficult is Patrick Gurd's remaining fantasy schedule?
Difficult: of his next seven games, 0 come against a top-10 matchup for TEs and 4 against one of the stingiest defenses, by PPR points allowed to the position.
Latest Patrick Gurd News & Updates
Fantasy-relevant news, game recaps and role changes
Season Timeline
Week 4Oct 4L 27–30 vs KC
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 3Sep 27W 35–27 @ NO
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 2Sep 20W 26–14 @ LAC
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 1Sep 13W 27–13 vs MIA
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
No updates of this type yet this season.
Around the Raiders
Patrick Gurd Bio
Patrick Gurd is a tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders, wearing number 45. Born on February 18, 2002, Gurd attended New Albany (OH) and played college football at Cincinnati. Gurd has played for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Career Timeline
- CollegeCincinnati
- 2026–
Las Vegas RaidersCurrent team1 season
About Patrick Gurd: Bio FAQ
How old is Patrick Gurd?
Patrick Gurd is 24 years old. He was born on February 18, 2002. 2026 is his 1st NFL season.
How tall is Patrick Gurd?
Patrick Gurd is 6 feet 4 inches tall (6'4"), listed at 250 pounds, and plays tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders.
How much does Patrick Gurd weigh?
Patrick Gurd weighs 250 pounds, his listed weight on the Las Vegas Raiders roster. He is listed at 6'4".
What number does Patrick Gurd wear?
Patrick Gurd wears number 45 for the Las Vegas Raiders. He plays tight end.
What position does Patrick Gurd play?
Patrick Gurd plays tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders, wearing number 45. 2026 is his 1st season in the NFL.
What team does Patrick Gurd play for?
Patrick Gurd plays for the Las Vegas Raiders as a tight end. He has been with the Raiders since 2026.
Where did Patrick Gurd go to college?
Patrick Gurd played college football at Cincinnati, after attending New Albany (OH).
Where is Patrick Gurd from?
Patrick Gurd went to high school in Ohio, at New Albany, before playing college football at Cincinnati.
When is Patrick Gurd's birthday?
Patrick Gurd's birthday is February 18. He was born on February 18, 2002 and is 24 years old.
How long has Patrick Gurd been in the NFL?
Patrick Gurd is an NFL rookie in 2026. View his career statistics.
What teams has Patrick Gurd played for?
Patrick Gurd has played for the Las Vegas Raiders. View his career statistics.
What year did Patrick Gurd enter the NFL?
Patrick Gurd entered the NFL in 2026. 2026 is his 1st season.